2022 Map of Vail Pass

About this map

Vail Pass serves as the central high-altitude crossing on this modern topographic study, where the Interstate corridor cuts through the high alpine terrain between the Gore Range and the Tenmile Range. The map documents a landscape defined by seasonal recreation and complex transportation, anchored by the Copper Mtn Ski Area and the small settlements of Wheeler Junction and Wheeler Flats. A extensive network of non-motorized paths, including the Vail - Frisco Rec Path Trl and the Vail Pass - Tenmile Canyon National Recreational Trail, illustrates the shift from historic transit to modern outdoor tourism within the White River National Forest.