1965 Map of Pine

About this map

The North Fork South Platte River carves through the southern landscape of Jefferson County, where the historic settlement of Pine sits nestled along the riverbank. This mid-1960s survey, updated in 1980, captures the transition of the region from a quiet mountain corridor to a collection of residential enclaves like Elk Creek Acres and Indian Springs Village. An Old RR Grade follows the river's winding path towards Buffalo Creek, marking the path of former narrow-gauge tracks that once served the logging and tourist trade. To the north, the terrain rises toward Riley Peak, while the distinctive granite formations of the Cathedral Spires dominate the eastern edge. For local historians, the map preserves the locations of early infrastructure including the Elk Creek Fire Sta, a small Cem, and a remote Observatory overlooking Crystal Lake.