2019 Map of Horse Mountain

About this map

White River National Forest lands dominate the northern reaches of this Colorado survey, characterized by the prominent elevation of Horse Mtn and the distinct spine of the Grand Hogback cutting across the southwestern corner. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems, where Middle Rifle Cr and W Rifle Cr carve through deep gulches like Harris Gulch and Salt Gulch. A network of Bureau of Land Management routes, including BLM Route 8086 and BLM Route 8084C, provides access to these high ridges. In the southern portion of the map, the terrain descends toward the Rifle Gap Reservoir, while the Rifle Arch Trail leads to the geological landmark of Rifle Arch. This area shows a clear divide between the high mesa country of Coulter Mesa and the lower basin valleys.