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1962 Map of Crystal Mountain

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Crystal Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Roosevelt National Forest dominates this high-elevation terrain, where steep drainages and mountain peaks define the early 1960s landscape. The map centers on the heights of Crystal Mountain and Lookout Mountain, the latter featuring a prominent Lookout Tower for fire observation. Human activity is largely concentrated along established routes like Flowers Road and the Old Ballard Road, while the Buckhorn Ranger Sta serves as a remote outpost for forest management.

A network of watercourses, including Buckhorn Creek and the Miller Fork, carves through the forest, creating distinct landmarks like Box Prairie and Donner Pass. The presence of a Mine Quarry and various unnamed mines suggests the area's continued use for resource extraction alongside its recreational and conservation roles. This map illustrates the transition from traditional pack trails to jeep trails, highlighting how infrastructure evolved to manage these backcountry timber and mining lands.