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2019 Map of Telluride

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Telluride
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The town of Telluride serves as the focal point of this 2019 survey, situated at the head of a glacial canyon where the San Miguel River begins its descent. The map illustrates the contemporary balance between its mining heritage and its modern identity as a mountain resort. Evidence of the area's industrial past remains visible through landmarks like the Virginus Mine and the Liberty Bell mine area, while the growth of Mountain Village and an extensive network of recreational paths, such as the Valley Floor Trail and See Forever trail, mark its recent evolution.

The high-altitude landscape is defined by formidable peaks including Dallas Peak, Gilpin Peak, and Potosi Peak. Notable local landmarks like the County Courthouse and the Lone Tree Cem provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians. The surrounding Uncompahgre National Forest contains significant water features, most notably the iconic Bridal Veil Falls and numerous alpine basins like Marshall Basin and Savage Creek.