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2020 Map of Bobby Canyon North

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Bobby Canyon North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Bobby Canyon and its surrounding drainages define this portion of Grand County, where the topography transitions from elevated plateaus to deep, carved watercourses. The landscape is marked by several significant benches, including Coal Creek Bench in the northwest and the expansive Poverty Bench further south. These high-elevation flats provide a distinct contrast to the intricate canyon systems that branch through the area, such as the colorful Flat Nose George Canyon and the secluded Wildcow Canyon.

Hydrological features are sparse in this arid environment, making Oak Spring a critical landmark for local movement. The map captures the complex branching of the Naylon Canyon system, detailing the Left Fork Naylon Canyon and Right Fork Naylon Canyon. This 2020 survey illustrates a region where names like Winter Camp Canyon hint at the historical use of these sheltered valleys for seasonal livestock or travel.