1977 Map of Deep Lake

About this map

White River Plateau geography dominates this high-altitude survey, characterized by the expansive Flat Tops and a dense network of alpine water bodies. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of several drainages, including Nichols Creek and the White River, alongside prominent summits like Hunns Peak and Triangle Mountain. A cluster of recreational sites serves the area, notably the Supply Basin Campground (Lines Folly Campground) and Deep Lake Campground, positioned near the larger bodies of Deep Lake and Heart Lake. Early transportation routes are clearly marked by the Ute Trail and Wagonwheel Trail, which navigate the plateaus and valleys alongside more modern access points like Coffee Pot Road. This 1970s record captures the primitive infrastructure of the Wilderness areas and the White River National Forest before more modern developments, showing several Prospect sites that point to historical mineral exploration.