2011 Map of Dinosaur

About this map

The town of Dinosaur sits at the high northern edge of this high-desert landscape on the Colorado-Utah border. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological features including Raven Ridge, Squaw Ridge, and the Deadman Bench Divide, which separate the northern plateaus from the low expanse of Coyote Basin to the south. This area is characterized by sparse connectivity, with Snake John Reef Cutoff Rd slicing diagonally across the ridges to link the remote interior with Blue Mountain Ave. Human activity in this arid environment is evidenced by the Rich Mine, situated in the rugged territory east of the main ridge. To the southeast, the geography funnels through Mormon Gap, while the drainage of Dripping Rock Creek snakes along the eastern boundary, illustrating the vital role of water and natural passes in navigating this corner of Moffat County.