2019 Map of Trappers Lake

About this map

White River National Forest and Routt National Forest converge in this high-altitude landscape dominated by the sprawling waters of Trappers Lake. The area is defined by massive geological formations including the Chinese Wall and the Amphitheatre, which overlook a dense network of smaller alpine basins such as Mirror Lake, Island Lake, and Coffin Lake. The hydrology of the region serves as a headwater for the N Fork White River and S Fork White River, with drainage also flowing into Middle Fork Derby Cr. Transportation through this steep terrain is limited to historic paths like the Arthur H. Carhart Trail and the Wall Lake Trail, indicating a region managed for wilderness preservation and foot travel. Prominent summits including Himes Peak, Trappers Peak, and Shingle Peak provide the primary orientation points across the Garfield County backcountry.