1963 Map of Powderhorn Lakes

About this map

Indian Creek flows through this high-altitude landscape on the border of Gunnison and Hinsdale counties, recorded during the early 1960s with updates from 1978. The area is characterized by significant topographic relief and high-country drainages typical of the Colorado Rockies. A rare sign of human habitation in this wilderness terrain is Grey Ranch, which serves as a notable landmark for those studying land use and ranching history in the region. The map provides a detailed look at the drainage patterns and peaks that define this portion of the Western Slope, capturing the environment before more modern developments or major forest changes.