2013 Map of Bald Mountain

About this map

Bald Mountain dominates the western portion of this northwestern Colorado landscape, casting its shadow over a complex network of seasonal drainage systems. The terrain is defined by dramatic topographical shifts, notably at Hardgrove Rim and across the broad Alkali Draw. These natural landmarks are bisected by a grid of Moffat County service roads, including CO Road 8 and CO Road 19, which provide access to the remote high-country plateaus. Water resources are primarily ephemeral, characterized by the winding paths of Red Wash and Sand Creek. Smaller features like Cutshaw Spring and Lucas Hill offer specific points of interest for those tracing the history of land use and livestock grazing in this arid region. The map reveals a transition from the lower elevations of Spring Creek in the southeast to the higher elevations surrounding the primary peak.