1956 Map of Parkview Mountain

About this map

The Continental Divide snake-runs across this high-country landscape, marking the boundary between the Routt National Forest and Arapaho National Forest. This mid-1950s survey captures a wilderness dominated by the peaks of the Rabbit Ears Range, including Parkview Mountain and Haystack Mountain. The drainage patterns are intricate, with headwaters like Willow Creek and Troublesome Creek fed by a network of smaller streams including McBride Creek and Buffalo Creek. Human presence is sparse and concentrated at lower elevations, notably at the Trails End Ranch near the southeastern corner. High-altitude access is limited to a few documented routes such as the Arapaho Creek Trail and various pack trails, reflecting a landscape primarily used for ranching and forest management. The map also delineates the high border between Jackson and Grand Counties along the ridgelines.