1961 Map of Pearl Pass

About this map

Elk Mountains peaks dominate this high-altitude landscape along the border of Pitkin and Gunnison Counties during the early 1960s. The terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems including Middle Brush Creek, Cement Creek, and the headwaters of the Taylor River. High summits such as Star Peak, Taylor Peak, and Pearl Mountain rise above significant alpine features like Pearl Pass and Cumberland Basin. While primarily a wilderness landscape within the White River National Forest and Gunnison National Forest, the map reveals a history of resource extraction. Scattered Mines, Mine locations, and Prospects are documented near Carbonate Hill and Mount Tilton, connected to lower elevations by a sparse system of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails. This data provides a detailed look at the transition between industrial exploration and modern forest management.