2017 Map of Bradford Canyon

About this map

Bradford Canyon and its complex network of side drainages dominate this 2017 survey of San Juan County's high desert. The landscape is defined by deep incisions like Devil Canyon, Horse Canyon, and Deadman Canyon which carve through the plateau towards Montezuma Cr. Water management and accessibility are the primary markers of human presence in this arid environment, visible in the naming of features like Alkali Cr and Bullpen Swale. Large landforms such as Mustang Mesa and Alkali Point provide the high ground between these canyons. The map tracks a series of rural routes that navigate this difficult terrain, including the Around the World Rd and Alkali Windmill Rd, reflecting the long-standing ranching and exploration history of the Four Corners region.