Since 1996, we have been accumulating historical information about Log Hill Mesa with the hope of  compiling a sufficiently complete and accurate documentation as to be worthy of a publication in some form.  The purpose of this web site is to summarize our progress to date for anyone who may be interested in our efforts.

Recently Published

“History Stories of Early Log Hill Mesa Families”

Compiled by Jack and Barbara Rairden

     This book is a compilation of nine history stories of eight of the most prominent families in the development of Log Hill Mesa (LHM) in Ouray County - the stories currently are  archived in the Ridgway Public Library.  They give great insight into the people who faced many challenges and obstacles in establishing homes and ranches on this near desert-like terrain starting in the late nineteenth century and continuing to this day. 

     In this book, the stories are all unabridged and all of the photos are included; however, the photos are grey-scale in order to limit printing costs.  It is being offered for $23.00 which is our cost of printing.  There are 225 pages on high quality paper.

     This book can be referenced at:  The Ridgway Public Library, Ridgway, CO; The Montrose Public Library, Montrose, CO; The Museum of the Mountain West, Montrose, CO; The Ouray Public Library, Ouray, CO; The Ouray County History Museum, Ouray, CO; and, The Ouray County Ranch History Museum, Colona, CO.

     To order the book or to request additional information, please click here to email us at jackandbarbara@loghillhistory.com for additional information.  Books will be delivered in the Montrose/Ridgway area at no additional cost.  Outside of that area, books can be mailed via the USPS at a flat rate of $10.70.