2016 Map of Indian Water Canyon

About this map

Dinosaur National Monument defines this landscape in Moffat County, where the Yampa River winds through high-altitude terrain. The topography is marked by dramatic elevation changes, notably at The Steps and the descent of Vale of Tears. This 2016 survey documents the intricate network of canyons and draws that define the region, including Indian Water Canyon and Thanksgiving Gorge. Sparse water sources like Bill White Spring and Dohlins Spring appear alongside primitive routes such as Old Chuck Wagon Rd and Deer Valley Rd. Centered on Deerlodge Park, the map illustrates a landscape of high plateaus like East Cactus Flat and Klauson Pasture intersected by deep drainage systems like Calico Draw and Sawmill Canyon.