1964 Map of Minnesota Pass

About this map

Gunnison National Forest dominates this mid-1960s survey, illustrating a rugged backcountry landscape defined by high mesas and deep drainage basins. High-elevation water management is evident at the Minnesota Reservoir and Beaver Reservoir, with a Gaging Sta located along Horse Creek to monitor flow. The map documents a complex network of primitive transportation routes, including the Sunset Trail, Curecanti Trail, and various unnamed jeep trails that navigate the steep gradients between Lion Mesa and Wooten Mesa.