2019 Map of West Fork Lake

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-altitude wilderness within the Routt National Forest, marking the boundary between the Jackson and Routt County lines. This landscape is defined by its complex drainage systems, where the headwaters of the Encampment River and its various forks flow alongside the Middle Fork Little Snake River. The terrain is punctuated by significant peaks and basins, including Black Mtn and the Sierra Madre range, which overlook sprawling open areas such as Commissary Park, Ryan Park, and Big Red Park. Remote alpine water bodies like West Fork Lake, Manzanares Lake, and Sanchez Lakes are connected by a network of specialized routes, including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Manzanares Connector. These trails and the surrounding meadows, such as West Fork Meadows, illustrate the enduring primitive character of this section of the Rocky Mountains.