1972 Map of Keith Creek

About this map

The Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this 1970s landscape, characterized by the dramatic drainage systems of Big Dominguez Creek and Keith Creek. The map documents a period of remote wilderness management and early recreational development in Mesa County, centered on features like the Dominguez Campground and the Carson Hole Picnic Area. This high-altitude terrain is defined by prominent landforms such as Dominguez Ridge and Black Point, with the high-elevation Wagon Park and Big Canyon providing clear evidence of the area's geological structure. A sparse human presence is marked by Winter Camp and a network of seasonal access routes including Divide Road and the Brushy Ridge Trail. The intricate system of gulches, such as Corral Gulch and Middle Gulch, illustrates the complex topography that historically challenged transportation across these plateaus.