1967 Map of Trickle Mountain

About this map

Rio Grande National Forest dominates this section of Saguache County, where the high-altitude landscape is defined by a complex network of drainages and seasonal water sources. The Upper Saguache Guard Station stands as a primary point of human occupancy along Saguache Creek, reflecting the importance of Forest Service administration in managing these public lands. Numerous Prospect and Prospects notations scattered across the terrain indicate historical mineral exploration throughout Vulcan Gulch and Lone Tree Gulch. Water is a critical resource in this arid environment, evidenced by the presence of Alkali Spring and the Lone Tree Reservoir. Navigation through the canyon systems, including Taylor Canyon and Rabbit Canyon, was facilitated by a network of Jeep Trails, which provide the only significant access into the high country and along the Forest Boundary.