2023 Map of Black Table

About this map

Henry Mountains slopes and high plateaus dominate this Garfield County landscape, defined by a complex network of drainages and dramatic geological uplifts. The eastern foothills include notable landmarks such as Black Table and the distinctively shaped Cocks Comb and Hogs Back ridges. Water is a critical element in this arid environment, marked by the presence of Maidenwater Spring and the Maidenwater Reservoir, which collect runoff from the surrounding heights. The map tracks the passage of Trachyte Creek and Black Creek as they cut through the terrain toward deeper canyons. Human presence is limited to remote access routes like E Trachyte Ranch Rd, highlighting the area's use for ranching and resource management within the high desert. Various landforms, from the deep Woodruff Hole to the expansive Maidenwater Sands, illustrate the erosion patterns characteristic of the Colorado Plateau region.