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1963 Map of Stoner

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Stoner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Stoner serves as a central point of activity along the West Dolores River in this 1960s forest study. The map documents a landscape defined by water management and recreation within the San Juan National Forest, where an extensive system of reservoirs like Porter Reservoir and Akin Reservoir supports the high-elevation terrain. This era shows the local infrastructure for both summer and winter use, including The Forks Campground and the Stoner Ski Area north of the river.

Evidence of historical transit is etched into the landscape via an Old Railroad Grade that follows the river's curve toward the east. High plateau regions like Taylor Mesa and Haycamp Mesa are crisscrossed by specialized trails, including the Stoker Pack Trail and several Stock Driveways, reflecting a working forest used for both livestock movement and government oversight at the Stoner Guard Station.