2011 Map of Calf Canyon

About this map

Cunningham Ranch stands as a focal point of human activity within this arid landscape, situated where the Windy Mesa Rd crosses the upper reaches of Nash Wash. This map documents a region of Grand County defined by intricate drainage systems and deep topographical features, including Calf Canyon, Coal Canyon, and Bull Canyon. The terrain rises toward the broad heights of Windy Mesa, while the northern portion of the quadrangle includes the open space of Turper Park. The map's network of intermittent watercourses, such as Strychnine Wash, Pinto Wash, and Segers Wash, illustrates the seasonal hydrology essential for ranching and survival in the high desert. The presence of Sagers Canyon and several unnamed 4WD tracks suggests a landscape primarily utilized for grazing and transit between the canyon floors and the mesas.