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1957 Map of Charleston Peak

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Charleston Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

Toiyabe National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape, centered on the dramatic elevation of Charleston Peak. The map reveals a mid-century recreational and administrative network within the mountains, featuring the Kyle Ranger Sta and Lee Guard Sta, alongside various sites like Camp Bonanza (BSA) and the Air Force Rest Camp. On the eastern slopes, the presence of an Air Force Station at Angel Peak reflects the era’s strategic military interests in the Nevada desert.

Cultural and natural landmarks are well-documented, from the historic Robbers Roost Cave to geological features like Cathedral Rock and Mary Jane Falls. The early development of winter sports is evident near Lee Canyon Camp, where a Ski Tow and Ski Area are marked. Small settlements and specialized outposts like Charleston Park and the Cold Creek Field Sta provide specific points of interest for local historians and genealogists tracking the footprint of the Desert Game Range.