1962 Map of Hahns Peak

About this map

Hahns Peak and the surrounding gold-bearing terrain of the Routt National Forest define this early 1960s survey of Colorado's Elkhead Mountains. The landscape is heavily marked by its mineral history, with numerous workings including the Master Key Mine, Royal Flush Mine, and Southern Cross Mine concentrated near the peaks. Small mountain settlements like Columbine and Lester appear alongside ranching outposts such as Bootjack Ranch and the Boys Ranch. Water management for the region is evident through the presence of the Lester Creek Reservoir and the Spillway at Hahns Peak Lake. A complex network of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails provides the primary access to the high-country mines and timber areas, reflecting a post-war era of remote resource extraction and early recreational development.