1994 Map of Wellsville

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The Arkansas River cuts through the northern reaches of this Colorado high-country landscape, where the settlement of Wellsville serves as a lone point of habitation amidst an intensive network of mining operations. Dozens of Quarries, Mines, and Prospects are scattered across the terrain, particularly concentrated near Maverick Gulch and Taylor Gulch. This industry contrasts sharply with the vast protected lands to the south, where the Sangre De Cristo Wilderness and Rainbow Wilderness preserve the high peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Range. High-altitude landmarks like Simmons Peak and Hunts Peak overlook remote alpine waters, including Salamander Lake and Hunts Lake. The intersection of multiple jurisdictions is evident where the San Isabel National Forest and Rio Grande National Forest meet the boundaries of Chaffee, Fremont, and Saguache counties.