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1967 Map of Taylor Park Reservoir

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Taylor Park Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Taylor Park Reservoir dominates this high-altitude landscape within the Gunnison National Forest, serving as a focal point for water management and recreation in the late 1960s. The reservoir, held by a spillway, is fed by the Taylor River and Illinois Creek, with various recreational points like Rivers End Campground and Lakeview Campground established along its shores. A distinctive landing strip and the Taylor Park Ranger Station indicate the area's importance for forest management and regional accessibility.

Further south, the terrain shifts into the high meadows of Union Park, where the Union Park Cow Camp reflects the local ranching tradition. This area is etched with drainage systems like Lottis Creek and Kentucky Gulch, alongside evidence of resource exploration such as a named mine and a prospect. The network of jeep trails, including the Lottis Creek Trail, provides a clear view of the backcountry routes used by foresters and cattlemen during this era.