2013 Map of Hotchkiss Reservoir

About this map

Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this landscape in southwestern Colorado, where the borders of Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel counties meet. The area is defined by a complex network of high-altitude water management and livestock infrastructure. Numerous small-scale water bodies, including Hotchkiss Reservoir, Geyser Reservoir, and Tikka Reservoir, are scattered throughout the terrain, suggesting a seasonal grazing and irrigation economy. The map identifies several specialized locations such as Hofmann Ranch and Spear Ranch, along with established camps like Jutten Camp and Galloway Camp. A notable industrial marker, the Sawdust Pile, appears near the northern edge, while trails such as the Rim Trail and Clear Creek Trail navigate the plateaus and valleys like Hanks Valley. This survey captures a moment in the modern management of these public lands and private holdings.