1963 Map of Thompson Park

About this map

The San Juan National Forest defines the rugged topography of this southwestern Colorado region, where the Montezuma and La Plata county line cuts through the high country. The landscape is marked by the deep incisions of Devils Canyon and the prominent heights of Menefee Peak and Maggie Rock. Evidence of early transportation and resource management is clear, with the Old Railroad Grade and the Navajo Trail traversing the terrain alongside an established pipeline. In the valley of Cherry Creek, the small rural hub of Thompson Park serves as a focal point for local history, featuring the Thompson Park Sch and Thompson Park Cem. Water management is vital to the area, as seen in the scattered network of reservoirs including Sponsel Reservoir and Cherry Creek Reservoir, which supported ranching and settlement in the mid-20th century.