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1967 Map of Laughlin Gulch

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Laughlin Gulch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Rio Grande National Forest dominates this Saguache County terrain, where high peaks and deep drainages define the landscape. The movement of livestock and travelers is etched into the earth by the Laughlin Stock Driveway and various Jeep Trails and trails that navigate the slopes of Spruce Mountain and Tracy Mountain. These paths offer a look at the historical routes used for high-country grazing and transit in the mid-20th century.

Water sources are vital markers in this environment, with names like Houghland Hill Spring, Boland Spring, and Big Springs Campground Spring indicating essential stops for those traversing the mountains. To the north, Saguache Creek winds through the valley, while the south is marked by the open space of Fullerton Park. The map also captures several rugged canyons, including Boland Canyon and Burro Canyon, alongside the prominent Sierra De La Lola.