1972 Map of Hidden Lake

About this map

The Weber River cuts through this high-altitude landscape in the Wasatch National Forest, serving as a primary corridor for travel and drainage. During the early 1970s, this area of Summit County was characterized by a network of trails and essential water management features, including the Elkhorn Reservoir and the namesake Hidden Lake. The terrain is defined by dramatic changes in elevation, from the Mahogany Hills to the deep cut of Frazier Hollow. Resource extraction is evidenced by the Gravel Pits located near the riverbank, while the confluence of Smith and Morehouse Creek and the South Fork Weber River highlights the complex hydrology of the region. This survey captures a moment when the land was primarily managed for timber, grazing, and watershed protection, with features like a Corral and various jeep trails indicating the rugged utility of the back-country.