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1963 Map of Owl Canyon

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Owl Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

San Isabel National Forest encompasses the southwestern portion of this landscape, characterized by deep ravines and the namesake Owl Canyon. The drainage patterns here are complex, with waters flowing through North Red Creek, South Red Creek, and Peck Creek, all trending toward the east. This 1963 field check reveals a terrain primarily defined by these watercourses and limited human infrastructure, centered on the small settlement of Bronquist and the transit route of Siloam Road.

A solitary Mine located near the headwaters of Peck Creek and a perennial Spring at the edge of Rush Creek point to the modest industrial and natural resources utilized during the mid-20th century. The intricate topography of the canyonlands provides a detailed look at the Pueblo County backcountry before modern development, preserving the exact placement of early fence lines and unimproved trails.