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1958 Map of Topaz Mountain

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Topaz Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

About this map

The Kenosha Mountains and Tarryall Mountains dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Pike National Forest, where the headwaters of the Platte River system begin their descent. Small-scale mountain industry and seasonal ranching are evident at the Northup Lumber Camp and Lost Park Cow Camp, while an Old House near Gooseberry Creek suggests earlier pioneer habitation.

The map reveals a complex network of glacial and alpine drainage, including Craig Park Creek and Monkey Creek, flowing through steep gulches like Long Gulch and Black Canyon. These watercourses converge toward the North Fork South Platte River and South Fork South Platte River. Significant peaks such as North Tarryall Peak, Topaz Mountain, and Hourglass Mt provide prominent landmarks for navigating this remote backcountry in the late 1950s.