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1960 Map of Windy Point

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Windy Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1962
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1962

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The Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this mountain landscape along the border of Mesa and Montrose counties. This 1960 field check reveals a terrain primarily used for seasonal livestock grazing and backcountry travel, anchored by Porters Cow Camp and The Meadows Ranch. The presence of an Airstrip and the T Bone Spring Campground suggests the area's mid-century role in providing access for forest management and recreation.

Navigating the high ridges and steep drainages, old routes like the Forty-seven Trail and Indian Trail connect the various forks of the North Fork Tabeguache Creek and Shavano Creek. Prominent peaks like Spruce Mtn and Pinon Mtn provide landmarks for hunters and hikers, while the landmark Windy Point overlooks the complex network of gulches and jeep trails that define this part of the Colorado Plateau.