The sopa report opens in a separate browser window. Arapaho national forest 27 arapaho national forest quick lookup table campground locations and descriptions state nearest citytown campground total sites page no. Topography on the arapaho national forest varies from foothills in the east to snow covered peaks at over 14,000 feet along the continental divide. This interactive travel map supplements the corresponding motor vehicle use map mvum by displaying on detailed color maps the national forest system nfs roads, nfs trails, and areas on nfs lands that are designated for motor vehicle use on that mvum, as well as nearby points of interest. Camping near arapaho national forest is easy with hipcamp, where private landowners offer oneofakind camping experiences. Usda forest service fsgeodata clearinghouse fstopo map. It is currently managed jointly with roosevelt national forest and pawnee national grassland. Arapaho national forest northcentral colorado biking.
Arapaho national forest, a colorado national forest. The facility is managed jointly with the roosevelt national forest and the pawnee national grassland from the united states forest service office in fort collins, colorado. Arapaho national forest from mapcarta, the free map. Socialvalue maps for arapaho, roosevelt, medicine bow. Download national datasets data collected and managed by forest service programs is available in a map service and two downloadable file formats in a shape file and an esri file geodatabase.
Lynx locations on each of the 8 national forests are presented in more detail in figures 3 10. Statewide bagpossession limits apply see regulation brochure for more information. Most denver residents will utilize the arapaho national forest the most. From evergreen, head south on 73 and make a right west on s. The san bernardino national forest as public land was set aside for the conservation of natural resources such as. The following motor vehicle use maps have been prepared and issued under 36 cfr 212. Arapaho national forest ranches grand lake fire protection south zone district lake fie cy, at coal craft craft site main road big map book shadow l ocked gate home 4033 4 424 lake gra by mt. The trail is primarily used for hiking and nature trips and is best used from may until october. General locations of lynx reintroduced to southwestern. Rocky mountain region arapahoroosevelt nf visitor map northern portion purchase map online turn navigation inset on on. The mvum is a legal enforceable document that shows the roads, trails, and areas designated for motor vehicle use.
There is wonderful fishing in the streams and in meadow creek reservoir license required. The longest trail in arapaho national forest is captain mtn tr 46 a wellknown trail. As a motor vehicle operator on a national forest system road, trail, or area you must comply with this map. For that purpose, please obtain a motor vehicle use map mvum. Arapaho national forest contains more than 1100 square miles of recreation.
Forest visitor maps provide an overview of recreational opportunities including campgrounds, picnic areas. It has a wildlife refuge which manages a protection for all birds and mammals. And its no wonder, with wildlife and timber in abundance, as well as opportunities for all sorts of recreational activities, such. Fed by high mountain runoff, the lake is clear and pristine. Geotiffs and pdf s can be downloaded from the viewer below. Many refuges have specific visitor services and other recreation opportunity maps. Arapaho national forest arapaho national forest indian peaks wilderness neota wilderness comanche peak wilderness 2mi 3km 4mi 6km 3mi 5km 6mi 9km. Over 99 % of the arp is open to target shooting out of 1,586,434 total acres. Soda springs 9 soo lyons estates river pines pine beach picnic area forest service workstation.
The highest paved road in north america ascends mount evans at an elevation of 14,265 ft 4,348 m. Arapaho and roosevelt national forests and pawnee national grassland. Number of lynx documented in a national forest decreased with increasing distance from the release sites, primarily located on the rio grande forest table 1. Completed motor vehicle use maps usda forest service. After the pdf mvum is downloaded on the mobile device, cellular coverage is not needed to use it. The current sopa report contains a list of proposed actions that will begin or are currently undergoing environmental analysis and documentation. Louis creek 15 l 44 georgetown guanella pass 18 l 37 granby arapaho bay 80 l 28 granby denver creek 21 l 32 granby green ridge 74 l. Forest service facebook page is a combined effort of the national forest foundation and the usda forest service. At the time it began at the echo lake campground and ended at lincoln lake.
There are no designated shooting areas on the arapaho and roosevelt national forests and pawnee national grassland arp. Arapaho national forest is a national forest in colorado. The arapaho national forest is consistently ranked as one of the best national forests for yearround recreational use. Restrooms distance emergency telephone indicator glacier alpine tundra forest or meadow 34 34 34 49 82 491 491 492 7 7 7 7 34 34 36 36 36 34 66 72 40 119 14 14 c o r r a l w i l l o w c r e e k c h a p i n t i m b e r c o l o r. Rocky mountain national park do not use this map for backcountry hiking. For access information please check on the refuges web page or contact the refuge directly. Includes text, dispersed camping table, table of roads too short to be seen clearly on the map, vicinity map, and illustration. Record group 95 18701998 overview of records locations table of contents 95. Description the national forest foundation, chartered by congress, engages americans in communitybased and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193millionacre national forest system, administers. Arapaho national forest topo map in grand county, colorado. If you want to experience a guided recreation trip in a national forest, visit adventure vacation to learn about whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, camping, hiking and fishing trips. These maps are kept up to date as the us forest service updates their maps.
A map dated november 3, 1933 was likely done in the first year of construction. All mvums found on the stay the trail webpage are now also available through the avenza map store for free. The arapaho national forest was established in 1908 by president theodore roosevelt and named for one of the native american tribes that had occupied the region for summer hunting. Arapaho and roosevelt national forests 2150 centre ave, building e fort collins, co. Arapaho national forest is covered by the byers peak, co us topo map. Arapaho national forest is a national forest located in northcentral colorado, united states. Its located just west of the capitol city with access points off i70. Arapaho and roosevelt national forests visitor map north half. Arapaho national forest includes 8,129 nearby mines562 active and 7,567 closed. San bernardino national forest visitor guide 415 mb. Visit the us forest service website for more information on dispersed camping and maps of service roads. Arapaho national forest is in the high rockies and includes six wilderness areas.
Welcome to arapaho national forest sulphur ranger district forest motor vehicle use map. National forest system roads and trails are displayed and identified, although this map is not the official map designating roads and trails for motorized use. If visiting one of our locations, please ensure public health and safety by following guidance from the cdc and state and local public health authorities. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Arapaho and roosevelt national forests canyon lakes. Its located in northcentral colorado, stretching from south of i70 to north near rocky mountain national park. Arapaho national forest is a forest in colorado and has an elevation of 11,926 feet.
The boundary of the arapaho national forest in the state of colorado is adjusted to incorporate the approximately 92. Arapahoroosevelt natl forest and pawnee natl grassland. The above map is for general location information only and does not imply access. In the summer, you can rent a boat, bring your own or simply enjoy the gentle lapping of the waves from the sandy shore. There is a wonderful visitors guide in pdf format of all of the activities and attractions of the arp. Arapaho national forest, sulphur ranger district national forest, colorado, nov 12011 title from panel. Media in category arapaho national forest the following files are in this category, out of total. One of the oldest national forests in the country, the roosevelt national forest began back in 1897 as part of the medicine bow forest reserve, then was renamed the. Loveland ski area is located in arapaho national forest loveland pass exit 216 porc upinc saddle headwall 6001den bear,010 nighspeed quad catwalk wild child super bo bennetts bow i bowl east ropes ski. Arapaho and roosevelt national forests visitor map north. Arapaho national forest colorado 2020 all you need to. During the current public health emergency, whenever possible, outdoor recreation sites at national wildlife refuges will remain open to the public. Regulations possession or use of live fish for bait is not permitted.
The lincoln lake trail was probably built in the 1930s. Metadata is available that describes the content, source, and currency of the data. Arapaho lakes via rogers pass trail and forest lakes trail. Rocky mountain national park at the edge of rocky mountain national park, grand lake is the deepest natural lake in colorado, dipping to 265 feet.
The camping is generally without permit, with the exception of the indian peaks wilderness. The continued pressures of population growth on the lifesustaining, economic, and cultural ecosystem services provided by our national forests, particularly those located near rapidly growing urban areas, present ongoing challenges to forest managers. Achieving an effective assessment of these ecosystem services includes a proper accounting of the ecological. Where to go dispersed camping in colorado 303 magazine. Interactive travel map united states forest service. Pdf maps has an online map store that allows users of the app to find mvums by name or their current location. The earliest trail in to lincoln lake also known as lost lake followed along above the edge of timberline from east of mount goliath. Interactive visitor map forest service visitor map. Located in arapaho and roosevelt national forest, the high alpine lakes within the indian peaks wilderness offer fishing for greenback cutthroat and brook trout. The motor vehicle use map mvum is a black and white map with no. Fstopo is the forest service primary base map series 1. Most of the arapaho national forest is now administered as the arapaho and roosevelt national forests.
Arapaho lakes via rogers pass trail and forest lakes trail is a 7. This app is being used to distribute free maps for the national park service, usgs topo maps and other free maps. Arapaho national forest has trails in the vicinity, including 120 hiking trails, 104 for walking and 124 for other activities. Arapaho national forest camping hiking fishing hunting.
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