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2011 Map of Fable Valley

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Fable Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Beef Basin dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, characterized by a complex network of high desert washes and canyons. This 2011 survey reveals a territory defined by its water sources, where the availability of life-sustaining Homewater Spring, Stanley Spring, and Beef Basin Spring likely dictated movement and use for generations. The drainage pattern of Beef Basin Wash and the distinct elevation of Wild Cow Point provide a clear topographic picture of the high plateau country in San Juan County.

Remote canyons such as Sweet Alice Canyon and Ruin Canyon suggest a land of deep recesses and significant natural landmarks. To the southwest, Fable Valley and its associated Fable Spring mark another distinct drainage system, while Middle Park sits at the northern edge. The presence of primitive routes like Beef Basin road and Sweet Alice Rd indicates how modern travelers navigate this high-altitude terrain.