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2001 Map of Bull Mountain

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Bull Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Gunnison National Forest land defines this high-altitude landscape, where the seasonal rhythms of ranching are marked by several isolated outposts. Seasonal operations such as Cockroft Cow Camp and Hotchkiss Sheep Camp indicate the enduring agricultural use of the mountainous terrain. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by the presence of Aspen Leaf Reservoir and Ault Reservoir, which capture runoff from the surrounding peaks.

The topography is dominated by prominent summits including Bull Mountain and Ragged Mountain, separated by deep drainages like West Muddy Creek and Henderson Gulch. Local history and land use are etched into the names of smaller landmarks such as Patterson Place and the curiously named Condemn It Park. This survey captures the intersection of public forest management and private grazing traditions near the Delta and Gunnison County line.