1972 Map of Black Hawk

About this map

Black Hawk anchors this 1970s survey, illustrating the intersection of historic Colorado mining legacies and emerging recreational lands. The landscape is marked by the heavy hand of 19th-century industry, from the Baltimore Mine and Honky Dory Mine to the extensive Dredge Tailings along North Clear Creek. These industrial remnants sit in contrast to the protected acreage of Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Roosevelt National Forest, which dominate the high ridges and gulches. The terrain is a network of named drainages like Silver Gulch and Chase Gulch, where early prospectors sought fortune. Genealogists and local historians can find specific landmarks such as the Cemetery near Dory Hill and numerous named summits including Tremont Mountain and Black Hawk Mountain. The map also reveals the shift toward modern outdoor use with features like Reverends Ridge Campground and Kriley Pond situated within the canyon road network.