2016 Map of Elephant Head Rock

About this map

Elephant Head Rock stands as a prominent landmark in this high-altitude landscape where the Conejos Co Archuleta Co border meets. The terrain is defined by the headwaters of the Navajo River, which flows south past Red Falls and the Fall Creek Reservoir. This 2016 survey illustrates the intersection of the Rio Grande National Forest and the San Juan National Forest, separated by the continental drainage patterns of the Chalk Mountains and peaks like Flattop Mtn. Transportation is limited to rugged routes such as Valley Rd and recreational paths like the Fish Lake Trail and Fish Creek Trail, highlighting the area's use for resource management and wilderness access. Scattered water features, including Opal Lake and Blue Lake, are tucked into the drainages of Castle Cr and Augustora Cr, providing a detailed look at the hydrology of the southern Colorado wilderness.