1967 Map of Virginia Dale

About this map

The Overland Trail cuts across this high-altitude landscape of northern Larimer County, following a route defined by the winding waters of Dale Creek and Deadman Creek. In the late 1960s, the small settlement of Virginia Dale remained a focal point of local history, anchored by the Virginia Dale Ch, Virginia Dale Sch, and a nearby Cem. The map documents the enduring legacy of western migration, specifically identifying the Overland Trail Stage Station and a series of rugged landmarks like Lovers Leap and Table Mountain. To the south, the terrain descends toward the Cache La Poudre River and the engineered waters of the Halligan Reservoir, while working landscapes are evidenced by the Logan Ranch and Maxwell Ranch. This survey effectively captures the intersection of historical frontier transport routes and the mid-century ranching economy along the Wyoming-Colorado border.