1961 Map of Anthracite Range

About this map

Gunnison National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in the early 1960s, defined by the sharp elevations of the Anthracite Range and the massive profile of East Beckwith Mtn. This 1961 survey captures a wilderness area shaped by geological features like The Dyke and Storm Ridge, where human presence is primarily marked by seasonal camps and outdoor recreation rather than permanent settlements. High mountain passes including Beckwith Pass, Swampy Pass, and Castle Pass indicate the primary routes for traversable movement through the complex terrain.