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1965 Map of Point Lookout

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Point Lookout
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Mesa Verde National Park anchors this mid-century topographic record, revealing the intricate intersection of archaeology and early tourism infrastructure. The map details the transition from the agricultural Montezuma Valley to the dramatic heights of the North Rim. Numerous archaeological sites, identified simply as Indian Ruins and Cliff Dwelling, are scattered throughout the deep drainages of Moccasin Canyon and Soda Canyon.

Modern administrative and visitor facilities of the era are clearly marked, including the Visitors Center, the Morfield Village Ranger Station, and the Far View Annex. Key vantage points like Park Point Lookout and the Montezuma Valley Overlook highlight how the park was navigated by visitors in the 1960s. Specialized infrastructure, such as the Highline Ditch and an Aqueduct, reflects the critical water management systems supporting the high-altitude landscape.