Natural
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Recreational |
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Our Water Resources ~ Stream Corridors
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Alpine Areas
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One major and several minor stream corridors cross the planning area. The Middle Fork of the South Platte River, the main corridor, flows from the north through Alma and Fairplay toward Park County's ranchlands east of the planning area. Three additional creeks (Buckskin, Mosquito, and Sacramento) flow from the west into the Middle Fork of the South Platte. Fourmile Creek flows into the South Fork of the South Platte. A significant portion of the planning area's cultural and historic, recreation, and natural heritage is concentrated within or adjacent to each of these stream corridors.
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Our mountains are our purpose, several alpine areas are extremely valuable to residents and visitors alike for many reasons. These areas provide adventure, spiritual
renewal, and opportunities to connect with the natural world. The areas are also the easiest routes on popular peaks, regularly accommodating hundreds of hikers and OHV enthusiasts daily on summer weekends. The popularity of these areas brings substantial economic benefits to nearby communities in the planning area. Regrettably, this popularity has led to the degradation of some fragile areas and user conflicts. Without intervention and continued stewardship, impacted areas will continue to deteriorate and conflict may rise rapidly as the frequency of visitation increases. |
Minerals and Mining
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Plants and Wildlife
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Background Photo By: Dave Cooper