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1962 Map of Boston Peak

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Boston Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Roosevelt National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape, where 1960s mapping documents the complex water management and recreational development of the Front Range. The Laramie Poudre Tunnel represents a significant feat of engineering, diverting water beneath the high ridges to the Cache La Poudre River system. This water-focused infrastructure is further evidenced by the Skyline Ditch and Half Creek Ditch, which trace the contours of the steep terrain.

Local landmarks like Boston Peak and Elephant Mountain rise above a series of established campsites and stops, including Reds Place, Sportsman Lodge, and the Trading Post. The map details a network of historic routes such as the Zimmerman Trail and Nunn Creek Trail, alongside specific points of interest like Poudre Falls and Lily Pond Lake. These features illustrate the mid-century intersection of forest management, regional water rights, and the growing mountain tourism industry.