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1956 Map of Garo

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Garo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

High-altitude ranching and the remnants of early transportation define this mid-century portrait of South Park. The settlement of Garo serves as a focal point near the confluence of the Middle Fork South Platte River and Trout Creek, while an Old Railroad Grade traces the path of a defunct rail line that once connected these remote basin communities. The landscape is dotted with established family-named properties, including the McDowell Ranch, Cargill Ranch, and the Rogers Ranch, illustrating the importance of livestock and water rights in this arid environment.

Water management is prominent, from the northern Buffalo Springs to the southern reaches of the Antero Reservoir. A significant portion of the western terrain is protected within the Pike National Forest, where the Forest Boundary meets the open basin. Topographical features like Deadman Gulch and Pole Gulch underscore the varied relief of the surrounding hills, while the South Fork Platte River meanders through the southern flats.