2010 Map of Forked Gulch

About this map

Parachute Creek and its many diverging branches dominate this high-desert drainage system in Garfield County. The landscape is defined by a series of narrow, deep gulches—such as Granlee Gulch and Forked Gulch—carved between prominent high points like Pyramid Point and Lindauer Point. Water management is evident through the presence of the Granlee Ditch, while the natural drop of the terrain is marked by East Middle Fork Falls and East Fork Falls. The survey documents a network of named landmarks that trace the local topography, including Long Ridge and Short Ridge. Historical land use is suggested by features like Schoolhouse Point and Sheep Trail Hollow, indicating how the area’s rugged geography influenced early naming conventions and local navigation long before the arrival of modern infrastructure.