2014 Map of Buffalo Ranch

About this map

Buffalo Ranch sits on a high plateau where the managed timberlands of the Kaibab National Forest meet the deep incisions of Grand Canyon National Park. This 2014 survey captures a landscape defined by water scarcity and dramatic verticality, where the Colorado River winds through the bottom of Marble Canyon. The map reveals the intricate network of water infrastructure required for ranching in this environment, featuring a series of named stock tanks such as Navajo Tank, Burro Tank, and Tank Number Eight. Along the river’s course, topographic details highlight river-level landmarks including the Triple Alcoves and Point Hansbrough. The transition from the flat ranching country near Wildcat Canyon to the sheer drops of Buck Farm Canyon illustrates the geographic boundary between utilitarian forest use and the protected wilderness of the canyon interior.