2022 Map of Atkinson Creek

About this map

Uravan sits at the southwestern edge of this landscape, a place defined by high plateaus and complex drainage systems within the Uncompahgre National Forest. The terrain is characterized by massive elevated flats such as Atkinson Mesa, Spring Creek Mesa, and Little Atkinson Mesa, which are separated by deep erosional features like the Atkinson Breaks. Waterways including Atkinson Creek and Big Johnson Creek cut through the land, flowing toward landmarks like Gypsum Bluff and The Tongue. This 2022 survey captures the modern network of backroads and trails, including the Spring Creek Truck Trail and S17 Road Trail, which navigate the rises of Hog Point and Blue Springs Point. The map provides a clear look at how the region's geography dictates movement, with the various mesas serving as natural barriers and platforms for early industry and ranching access.