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1967 Map of Cucharas Pass

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Cucharas Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The divide between the Cucharas River and the Purgatoire River basins defines this high-elevation landscape within the San Isabel National Forest. As of the mid-1960s, the area remained largely undeveloped, characterized by a network of seasonal camps and trails linking the rugged peaks of the Sangre de Cristo range. Notable high-altitude crossings include Cucharas Pass and Cordova Pass, which facilitated travel between Huerfano and Las Animas counties.

Evidence of seasonal ranching and early recreation is found at the Parsons Cow Camp and the Potato Patch Campground. The map highlights a complex drainage system, where the South Fork Cucharas Creek and Guajatoyah Creek have carved deep canyons between summits like Boyd Mountain and the South White Peak. Isolated landmarks such as a solitary Grave and Goemmer Spring suggest the sparse human footprint in this remote terrain.