1962 Map of Meaden Peak

About this map

Routt National Forest dominates this 1960s landscape, where high-altitude peaks and intricate drainage systems define the high country of Colorado. The topography is marked by prominent summits such as Meaden Peak, Sand Mountain, and Diamond Peak, which overlook a network of seasonal and perennial streams including Elkhead Creek and the Little Snake River. Settlement is sparse, limited to legacy landholdings like Jolley Ranch and Smith Ranch, and the small location at Knowles. Access to these remote reaches is indicated by various Jeep Trails and Pack Trails that wind through the timbered slopes. The presence of Campgrounds and Willow Creek Lake suggests a landscape transitioning from isolated ranching and resource management to include more frequent recreational use by the mid-20th century.