2020 Map of Church Rock

About this map

Church Rock and other monolithic formations stand as central landmarks in this high-desert landscape within Dry Valley. The terrain is defined by a series of dramatic geographic features including Sugar Loaf Rock, George Rock, and the prominent Peters Point Ridge. This 2020 survey illustrates the complex drainage systems of the region, where East Canyon Wash, Hatch Wash, and Peters Wash converge. The mapping of Co Rd 180 and Co Rd 105 shows the modern road network providing access to remote locations like Bucks Flat and Deerneck Mesa. These labels reflect a history of local naming tied to the cattle ranching and geological character of San Juan County, from the narrow passage at The Gap to the deep incisions of Big Canyon and Bridge Canyon.