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2010 Map of Church Rock

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Church Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Dry Valley defines the central landscape of this San Juan County region, where the high desert is punctuated by massive sandstone monoliths and weathered formations. The namesake Church Rock stands as a prominent landmark near the junction of modern routes, while nearby Sugar Loaf Rock and George Rock serve as distinct visual anchors for travelers and residents. These formations are situated just north of the small settlement at Ogden Center, reflecting the sparse but enduring presence of human habitation in this arid expanse.

Erosion has carved a complex network of drainage systems across the territory, including the winding course of Peters Canyon and the deep incisions of Big Canyon. To the east, the elevation rises toward South Canyon Point and the high ground of Deerneck Mesa, creating a rugged vertical relief. A network of rural desert roads like East Canyon Rd and Schafer Rd provides access to the isolated reaches of Bucks Flat, tracing the paths used by ranchers and outdoorsmen in the early 21st century.