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1967 Map of Grouse Creek

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Grouse Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Rio Grande National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Saguache County, where the topography is defined by a dense network of watercourses and isolated meadows. The terrain is structured by prominent landmarks such as Hat Mountain and the high basins of Lost Park and Round Park. A intricate system of waterways, including Luders Creek, Fourmile Creek, and Saguache Creek, drains the mountain slopes, while specialized geographic features like California Gulch and Trough Creek indicate the complex drainage patterns of the area.

Logistics and travel across this wilderness relied heavily on primitive infrastructure during this era. Multiple routes labeled as Pack Trail and Jeep Trail intersect the forest, providing the only access to remote locations like Andys Hole and the Hot Springs. These trails represent the historical transition from traditional animal-powered transport to early motorized exploration in the Colorado high country.