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1950 Map of Devil Peak

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Devil Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Eldorado National Forest terrain defines this mid-century survey, dominated by the deep canyons of the Rubicon River and its tributaries. The landscape is marked by a legacy of resource extraction, seen in the numerous dormant sites such as the Clydesdale Mine, Zuver Mine, and Pigeon Roost Mine. These are connected by a network of historic paths including the Cockrin Trail and Pigeon Trail, as well as an Old Railroad Grade winding near Lookout Mountain.

Stumpy Meadows Lake occupies the southwestern portion of the sheet, where the water of Pilot Creek is harnessed near Bacchi Ranch Reservoir. Small settlements and seasonal outposts like Eleven Pines, Campana, and Leonardi are scattered across the ridges, reflecting the era's focus on forest management and small-scale ranching. The topographical detail highlights the prominence of Devil Peak and Ralston Ridge, providing a clear view of the drainage patterns through Big Grizzly Canyon and Wallace Canyon before the modern era of expansion.