1954 Map of Mc Intosh Mountain

About this map

Mc Intosh Mountain dominates this portion of the Gunnison National Forest as it appeared in the mid-1950s. The landscape is defined by a series of steep drainages, including Steuben Creek, Beaver Creek, and several named gulches like Black Gulch and Tommy Long Gulch. Human activity is concentrated in the lower elevations near the Gunnison River, where ranching and recreational sites are situated. Notable family properties include the Harris Hereford Ranch, Steuben Ranch, and Steinberger Ranch, which anchor the local agricultural history. Further downstream, the presence of the Neversink Resort and Coopers Resort indicates the area's mid-century role as a fishing and getaway destination. An Abandoned railroad grade following the river corridor and the Willow Creek Ditch highlight the early infrastructure required for transport and irrigation in this high-altitude environment.