1960s Maps of Costilla County, Colorado

Explore 34 historic maps of Costilla County from the 1960s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1960s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Costilla County's landscape evolved across the 1960s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Costilla County, CO maps

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  1. 1962 Map of Ash Mountain, 1964 Print
    1962 Map of Ash Mountain, 1964 Print
    1962 Ash Mountain
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the historic Maxwell Land Grant are captured here in the early sixties. Researchers can trace high-altitude ranching and mining history through sites like the Van Lint Mine, Penatlor Ruins, and family-named landmarks like Banning Place.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1963 Map of Mc Carty Park, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of Mc Carty Park, 1966 Print
    1963 Mc Carty Park
    1966 Print · USGS
    High in the Sangre de Cristo range during the early sixties, this map captures the remote transition between mountain peaks and rail corridors. You can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad line past Codo or locate the remote Mc Carty Cow Camp.
    5 unique versions available

  3. 1963 Map of La Veta Pass, 1966 Print
    1963 Map of La Veta Pass, 1966 Print
    1963 La Veta Pass
    1966 Print · USGS
    The Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the early sixties reveal a complex web of high-altitude transit through Huerfano and Costilla counties. Researchers can trace the legendary Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line and the historic Wagon Toll Road.
    7 unique versions available

  4. 1963 Map of Costilla, 1967 Print
    1963 Map of Costilla, 1967 Print
    1963 Costilla
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Colorado-New Mexico borderlands in the early 1960s reveal a landscape defined by traditional irrigation and ranching. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named water systems like Acequia Madre and Cordillera Ditch near the village of Costilla.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1963 Map of Amalia, 1967 Print
    1963 Map of Amalia, 1967 Print
    1963 Amalia
    1967 Print · USGS
    Taos County’s high mountain valleys are captured in the early sixties as they transition into the modern era. Genealogists and local historians can trace the community life of the region through landmarks like Santo Niño Ch, Amalia Sch, and the isolated Mine sites near Ballejos Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1963 Map of Ute Mountain, 1967 Print
    1963 Map of Ute Mountain, 1967 Print
    1963 Ute Mountain
    1967 Print · USGS
    The volcanic heights of the Sangre De Cristo range meet the New Mexico-Colorado border in the early 1960s. Researchers can trace the dramatic Cañon Del Rio Grande, a remote Landing Strip, and the historic Grant Boundary.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1963 Map of Big Costilla Peak, 1968 Print
    1963 Map of Big Costilla Peak, 1968 Print
    1963 Big Costilla Peak
    1968 Print · USGS
    The high alpine country of the New Mexico-Colorado border is captured in the early sixties, centered on the towering Big Costilla Peak. Researchers can trace remote mountain locations such as Costilla Lodge, the Seven Lakes, and Costilla Reservoir.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1965 Map of Blanca, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Blanca, 1968 Print
    1965 Blanca
    1968 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley landscape comes into focus during the mid-sixties, centered on the railroad town of Blanca. Researchers can trace irrigation patterns and early transport hubs like the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line and the Blanca Municipal Airport.
    3 unique versions available

  9. 1965 Map of Baldy, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Baldy, 1968 Print
    1965 Baldy
    1968 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley in the mid-1960s is defined here by its wetland conservation and artesian water systems. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line through Baldy or locate the historic Grant Boundary.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1965 Map of Lasauses, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Lasauses, 1968 Print
    1965 Lasauses
    1968 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley in the mid-1960s shows a landscape of high-altitude hydrology where the Rio Grande meets the Conejos River. Genealogists and historians can locate the Lasauses settlement, the Becker Cem, and several flowing wells along the Trinchera Creek.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 1965 Map of Blanca SE, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Blanca SE, 1968 Print
    1965 Blanca SE
    1968 Print · USGS
    Costilla County was a landscape of volcanic ridges and vital irrigation systems in the mid-sixties. Genealogists and researchers can trace the movement of water and power through the Trinchera Canal and find local landmarks like the Substa.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1965 Map of Twin Peaks, 1968 Print
    1965 Map of Twin Peaks, 1968 Print
    1965 Twin Peaks
    1968 Print · USGS
    Alamosa and Costilla counties meet along the high ridges of the Sangre de Cristo Range during the mid-sixties. Genealogists and hikers can trace early regional markers like the Pioneer Urraca Cem, the Swab Mine, and remote waters such as Lake Como.
    3 unique versions available

  13. 1967 Map of San Luis, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of San Luis, 1970 Print
    1967 San Luis
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high desert and Sangre de Cristo foothills come into focus in the late sixties, showcasing the historic acequia systems of the Culebra river valley. Trace family roots and land patterns across San Luis, San Pedro, and the San Pedro Cem.
    4 unique versions available

  14. 1967 Map of La Valley, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of La Valley, 1970 Print
    1967 La Valley
    1970 Print · USGS
    The settlement of La Valley and the vast Sangre De Cristo Grant appear here as they were in the late 1960s. Researchers can trace historical water rights and land use along Vallejos Creek, San Francisco Creek, and the remote Jeep Trail.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1967 Map of Fort Garland SW, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Fort Garland SW, 1970 Print
    1967 Fort Garland SW
    1970 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley in the late sixties shows a landscape of expansive land grants and essential irrigation. Trace the water systems of the Trinchera Canal or locate the Escheman Landing Strips and Willow Creek Reservoir.
    5 unique versions available

  16. 1967 Map of Ojito Peak, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Ojito Peak, 1970 Print
    1967 Ojito Peak
    1970 Print · USGS
    High in the Colorado Rockies during the late sixties, this area shows the rugged character of the Sangre De Cristo Grant. Researchers can trace old mountain routes like the Jeep Trail and locate isolated landmarks like the high-altitude Mine or Big Meadow.
    4 unique versions available

  17. 1967 Map of Mosca Pass, 1970 Print
    1967 Map of Mosca Pass, 1970 Print
    1967 Mosca Pass
    1970 Print · USGS
    The Sangre de Cristo high country during the late sixties features a network of pack trails and alpine reservoirs. Trace historical routes through Mosca Pass and locate isolated landmarks like Singing River Ranch and Montez Reservoir.
    3 unique versions available

  18. 1967 Map of Blanca Peak, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Blanca Peak, 1971 Print
    1967 Blanca Peak
    1971 Print · USGS
    High in the southern Rockies during the late sixties, this survey captures the towering terrain where three counties meet. Trace high-altitude mining efforts and mountain landmarks like Blanca Peak, Mount Lindsey, and Arrowhead Ranch.
    7 unique versions available

  19. 1967 Map of Trinchera Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Trinchera Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Trinchera Ranch
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Sangre de Cristo foothills in the late sixties reveal a landscape of early rail history and mountain water management. Genealogists can trace the Denver and Rio Grande corridor and find the Garland City (Site) and a local Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  20. 1967 Map of Fort Garland, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Fort Garland, 1971 Print
    1967 Fort Garland
    1971 Print · USGS
    The San Luis Valley meets the Sangre de Cristo foothills in the late sixties, showing a landscape defined by ranching and rail. Trace historic local heritage through the Old Fort Garland Military Reservation and family sites like MacMullan Cem and Myer Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  21. 1967 Map of Taylor Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Taylor Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Taylor Ranch
    1971 Print · USGS
    Southern Colorado's high-desert ranching and irrigation systems are frozen in time during the late sixties. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Chama, find the Chama Cem, and follow the path of the Cerro Ditch through the foothills.
    3 unique versions available

  22. 1967 Map of Sky Valley Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Sky Valley Ranch, 1971 Print
    1967 Sky Valley Ranch
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Colorado-New Mexico border region comes into focus during the late 1960s, showing a landscape shaped by the Rio Grande and livestock ranching. Researchers can trace the development of Eastdale, locate the Jaroso Cem, and find industrial sites like the Drake and Hank Mine.

  23. 1967 Map of Kiowa Hill, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Kiowa Hill, 1971 Print
    1967 Kiowa Hill
    1971 Print · USGS
    The volcanic San Luis Hills and the curving Rio Grande define this high-desert basin in the late 1960s. Genealogists and researchers can trace local water rights and transit routes through landmarks like the Old State Bridge, Apache Reservoir, and Twin Lakes.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1967 Map of Culebra Peak, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Culebra Peak, 1971 Print
    1967 Culebra Peak
    1971 Print · USGS
    The high summits of the Sangre de Cristo Range are captured in the late sixties, showing the remote boundary of Costilla and Las Animas counties. Tracing these peaks reveals isolated landmarks like Culebra Peak, Leandro Lake, and the high basin of Devils Park.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1967 Map of Mesito Reservoir, 1971 Print
    1967 Map of Mesito Reservoir, 1971 Print
    1967 Mesito Reservoir
    1971 Print · USGS
    The Costilla County high plains come into focus in the late 1960s, showing a landscape defined by volcanic landforms and the Rio Grande. Researchers can locate several Prospects and trace the drainage of Culebra Creek into the Mesito Reservoir.
    3 unique versions available

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