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1964 Map of Lone Cone

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Lone Cone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The high-altitude ranching and forest lands of the Uncompahgre National Forest and San Juan National Forest dominate this mid-1960s survey along the San Miguel and Dolores County line. The landscape is defined by the massive volcanic landmark Lone Cone and its surrounding drainage systems, including East Naturita Creek and West Naturita Creek. Settlement is seasonal and centered on high-country livestock operations, evidenced by family-named sites like Redd Ranchs Summer Camp, Barrett Cow Camp, and Davis Sheep Camp.

Irrigation and water management for these remote ranges are visible through features like Lilylands Reservoir and the Miramonte Reservoir, alongside various canals and ditches that divert water across Greager Flats. Notable terrain features such as Preachers Hole and the Devils Chair highlight the area's distinctive geological character, while the Beef Trail Road and various jeep trails indicate the methods of access to these timbered slopes and grazing meadows during the post-war era.