2022 Map of Storm King Peak

About this map

The Grenadier Range and the Needle Mountains dominate this high-elevation region of the Colorado Rockies, situated within the San Juan National Forest and Rio Grande National Forest. The landscape is defined by its sheer verticality, featuring a series of named summits such as Storm King Peak, Vestal Peak, and Monitor Peak. The Continental Divide winds through the northern portion of the map, serving as the primary hydrological divide for the area. Water features are primarily high-altitude tarns and drainages, including Eldorado Lake, Sunlight Lake, and the headwaters of Vallecito Cr. This 2022 survey documents the intricate network of alpine trails used for backcountry travel, such as the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl and the Vallecito Trl, which follow the deep glaciated valleys between the jagged massifs.