1970 Map of Mount Of The Holy Cross

About this map

Mount of the Holy Cross towers over a high-altitude landscape defined by early mining efforts and mid-century water engineering projects within the White River National Forest. The settlement of Holy Cross City is shown near several unnamed Mines, while the southeastern corner reveals the industrial footprint of the Homestake Collection System. This complex network, including the Missouri Aqueduct, the Missouri Tunnel, and multiple diversion dams, illustrates the intensive management of alpine runoff along Homestake Creek. The terrain is marked by notable peaks like Whitney Peak and Notch Mountain, as well as numerous glacial basins containing the Seven Sisters Lakes and the Tuhare Lakes. Traces of local history are preserved at the Gold Park Cem and the nearby Gold Park Campground, located near the intersection of various pack trails and the Continental Divide.