1963 Map of Lost Lake

About this map

Horse Mesa and High Mesa dominate this high-altitude landscape within the Uncompahgre National Forest during the early 1960s. The region is defined by a network of drainage systems, most notably the Little Cimarron River and its various tributaries like Butte Creek and Rabbit Creek. The map documents a sparse human presence, centered primarily on ranching and seasonal backcountry use. Isolated landmarks such as Monker Ranch and Miles Ranch sit at the fringes of the survey area, while deep in the interior, remote outposts like Sampson Cabin, Reynolds Cabin, and Williams Cabin provide evidence of early high-country habitation.