1960 Map of Leon Peak

About this map

Leon Peak towers over a complex network of high-altitude water management within the Grand Mesa National Forest. This 1960s landscape is defined by an intricate system of small reservoirs and irrigation infrastructure, including the Leon Tunnel, Aqueduct, and the Overland Ditch. These features illustrate the intensive historical effort to capture and direct snowmelt across the plateau for downstream use. The terrain is crisscrossed by an extensive network of pack trails and jeep trails, providing access to remote locations like Leon Lake and the Weir and Johnson Reservoir. Recreational development is evident at the Trickel Park Campground and Twin Lake Campground, showing the forest's dual role as both a critical watershed and a destination for outdoorsmen during the mid-twentieth century.