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1957 Map of Harris Park

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Harris Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Harris Park and Highland Park sit at the southern edge of this high-altitude landscape, where the convergence of the Pike National Forest and Arapaho National Forest defines the regional geography. The survey details a network of mountain drainages including Deer Creek, Elk Creek, and Tanglewood Creek, which flow through a terrain dominated by significant elevations like Rosalie Peak and the striking Pegmatite Points.

Evidence of early recreational and administrative use is scattered throughout the wilderness, from the Mt Evans Shelter House near the northwestern peaks to the Bear Creek Guard Station in the northeast. The presence of numerous designated sites such as Camp Rock Campground, Meridian Campground, and Camp Rosalie indicates the area's established role as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the mid-20th century. The northern portion of the map is further distinguished by the Colorado Game and Fish Reserve, highlighting the era's focus on wildlife management.