1919 Map of Rocky Mountain National Park

About this map

Estes Park and Grand Lake anchor this 1919 survey, representing the eastern and western gateways to the high alpine country before the widespread development of modern infrastructure. This era captures the landscape as it transitioned into a federally protected park, with early settlements like Moraine Park and Allens Park established alongside the burgeoning tourism of the early twentieth century. The map meticulously details the drainage systems of the Big Thompson River and Roaring River, providing a clear view of the watersheds that defined early ranching and travel routes in the region.