2016 Map of Dotsero

About this map

The Colorado River and Eagle River converge at Dotsero, a geographic focal point where steep canyon walls meet high desert ridges. This 2016 survey details the entry into the formidable Glenwood Canyon, showing the modern infrastructure of HWY 6 and Stephens DR following the same narrow corridors carved by the water. The landscape is defined by its volcanic and thermal activity, most notably at the Dotsero Crater and the nearby Dotsero Warm Springs south of the river junction. Higher elevations are marked by distinctive landmarks such as Onion Ridge, Blowout Hill, and the dramatic Hells Gate. Local history is anchored by the Dotsero Cem, while the surrounding terrain is laced with access routes like Coffee Pot RD and Trl Gulch Road 2, which trace the various gulches and ridges that overlook the river valleys.