2016 Map of Iris NW

About this map

Rocky Ridge and the Sea of Sage define the high-altitude landscape of this Gunnison County interior. The terrain is marked by numerous drainages including Gold Basin Cr and Sandy Wash, which slice through the high plateau. The network of roads and trails suggests a modern era of recreational land use and access, with evocative local names such as The Luge, Broken Shovel, and the Enchanted Forest. Small outposts or family-named landmarks like Josie's and Josho's provide anchors for local history and genealogy. The boundary between Gunnison County and Saguache County cuts through the southern portion of the map near Long Gulch, highlighting the remote jurisdictional lines in this part of the Colorado high country. Transportation routes like Co RD 32 and specialized tracks like the Aberdeen Loop W facilitate travel across the varying elevations.