1960 Map of New York Peak

About this map

New York Peak anchors this high-elevation landscape within the White River National Forest and Gunnison National Forest, straddling the boundary between Pitkin and Gunnison counties. The area is defined by a sophisticated high-altitude water management system, including the New York Collection Canal and Lincoln Gulch Canal, which redirect alpine runoff. Numerous high-country basins are home to prominent water bodies like Tabor Lake, Tellurium Lake, and the aptly named Petroleum Lake. The drainage network is complex, featuring the Roaring Fork River and various tributaries such as Difficult Creek and Lincoln Creek. Extensive pack trails and jeep trails crisscross the terrain, providing access to remote peaks like Truro Peak and Larson Peak, reflecting the area's mid-century role as a center for rugged recreation and watershed management.