1963 Map of Mineral Mountain

About this map

Gunnison National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Hinsdale County, where water and topography dictate the movement of travelers and wildlife. The drainage of Cebolla Creek serves as a primary corridor, supporting the Cebolla Campground and Spruce Campground for early 1960s visitors. The map reveals an intricate network of specialized transport, including the Powderhorn Trail and the evocatively named Robbers Roost Jeep Trail, illustrating how the area remained accessible primarily to those on horseback or in rugged vehicles. Significant landmarks like Mineral Mountain and the steep walls of Fish Canyon define the area's verticality. Evidence of land management is clear through the Cebolla State Wildlife Area and the small settlement of Cathedral, while labels like Corral and Mineral Park hint at the historical overlap of ranching and prospecting in these remote basins.