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2016 Map of Sugarloaf Mountain

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Sugarloaf Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The White River National Forest dominates this landscape on the boundary of Garfield and Eagle counties, defined by a complex network of high-elevation drainages and volcanic peaks. The eponymous Sugarloaf Mountain sits central to the map, surrounded by named features like Little Sugarloaf Mtn and Porphyry Mtn. This area is shaped by the descent toward the Colorado River, which clips the southeastern corner, drawing water from numerous tributaries including Willow Creek, Horse Creek, and Poison Creek.

Historic transit through this wilderness is marked by the Ute Sweetwater Trail and the West Mountain Trail, which follow the natural contours of the high country. For those studying the physical geography of the region, the map identifies specific landmarks such as the Natural Bridge near the eastern boundary and high-altitude water bodies like Star Lake and Buck Lake. The drainage patterns of Lucky Gulch, Trail Gulch, and Tucker Draw reveal the erosive forces at work across the Derby Mesa.