1957 Map of Allens Park

About this map

Allens Park serves as the focal point for this high-elevation landscape on the eastern edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. In the late 1950s, the area's development is concentrated along the North St. Vrain Creek corridor, where small settlements like Ferncliff and Peaceful Valley provide a stark contrast to the massive peaks to the west. The map documents the boundary between the national park and the Roosevelt National Forest, a line that separates the more developed eastern slopes from the alpine interior. Mountain history enthusiasts can trace the early infrastructure of the Wild Basin area, including the Wild Basin Ranger Station and a series of high-altitude water bodies such as Sandbeach Lake and Thunder Lake. Notable landmarks like the St Catherine Chapel near Meeker Park and the Hydraulic Laboratory along North St Vrain Creek reflect the diverse human presence in this high-country environment, ranging from religious retreat to scientific study.