2019 Map of Spectacle Lake

About this map

Spectacle Lake and the high-altitude hydrology of the Rio Grande National Forest define this 2019 survey of the San Juan Mountains. The landscape is characterized by a complex network of glacial basins and drainage systems, where the S Fork Conejos River and the main Conejos River carve through the southern Colorado backcountry. This map reveals a terrain of sharp elevations, featuring prominent landmarks like The Pinnacles and Black Mtn. Notable for its many high-country water bodies, the area includes La Grulla Lake, Lily Lake, and the wetland environments of the Chicago Bogs. The inclusion of the Alverjones Cutoff and various forest service routes indicates the vital management of this timber and recreation land. Historical land use is suggested by the vast Valle Victoria and the alpine grazing areas of Second Meadows.