1967 Map of Pahlone Peak

About this map

The Continental Divide snakes through this high-altitude landscape in the late 1960s, marking the border between the Gunnison National Forest and the San Isabel National Forest. This survey captures the transition from traditional pack trails to mid-century industrial infrastructure, such as the Marshall Pipeline and the Larkspur Ditch. The presence of the Pinnacle Mine and other unnamed mine sites near Lime Ridge reflects the enduring mineral interest in the Sawatch Range, while the legacy of early transcontinental travel is preserved at Old Monarch Pass. The area is defined by its complex hydrology, with numerous drainages like Agate Creek, Millswitch Creek, and Harry Creek descending from peaks like Pahlone Peak and Mount Peck.