2022 Map of Battle Rock

About this map

McElmo Canyon and the surrounding high desert terrain dominate this 2022 survey of Montezuma County. The map details a landscape deeply connected to its geological and cultural roots, centered on the landmark Battle Rock and the nearby Battle Rock Cem. The high elevations are defined by the towering presence of Sleeping Ute Mtn, with Ute Peak, Black Mtn, and Marble Mtn forming a massive relief against the drainage basins below. Traditional water sources remain critical identifiers in this arid environment, marked by Ute Spring, Hanna Spring, and Littlewater Spring. The rugged north is characterized by deep cuts like Sand Canyon and unique formations such as the East Rock Creek Canyon Arch, while early settlement traces like the Lamb Cem and Goodman Point are clearly preserved alongside historical transit routes like Co RD G.