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1964 Map of Pine Lake

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Pine Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Dixie National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Garfield County, showcasing a complex network of geological formations and early recreational infrastructure. The high waters of Pine Lake and its associated campground sit at an elevation over 8,000 feet, serving as a focal point for the region's wilderness character in the mid-1960s. The terrain transitions from the heights of the Table Cliff Plateau and the Escalante Mountains down toward the striking erosional features of The Blues and the prominent overlook at Powell Point.

Industrial and pioneer traces are scattered throughout the canyons, most notably at the Shakespeare Mine located near Henderson Canyon. A network of travel ways, including the Henderson Canyon Trail and various Jeep Trails, indicates the era's reliance on rugged transport for accessing remote water sources like Burro Spring and Paradise Spring. The presence of the Coal Bench further suggests the underlying mineral wealth that historically drew interest to this section of the Colorado Plateau.