2022 Map of Baxter Pass

About this map

Atchee and the surrounding Garfield County highlands are defined by a complex drainage network at the transition of the Roan Plateau. This 2022 survey documents the topography around Baxter Pass, where the landscape is carved by numerous canyons and gulches. Significant landmarks include Baxter Reservoir and Columbine Spring, which provide critical water sources in this arid high-altitude environment. The map details the historical transit corridors through Railroad Canyon and Wagon Canyon, illustrating how the terrain dictated early transportation routes. Named features such as Hells Hole Canyon and Buttermilk Canyon offer a window into the local vernacular of the region. The drainage patterns of Bitter Creek and W Salt Cr further emphasize the hydrological importance of this divide.