2019 Map of Jack Springs

About this map

Dinosaur National Monument occupies the southern reaches of this high-desert landscape in Moffat County, where the terrain transitions into the deep folds of the Zenobia Basin. The map reveals a land defined by its scarce water sources and dramatic relief, centered on the reliable flow of Jack Springs and the hidden Dripping Rock Spring. A network of drainage systems, including Jack Springs Draw, Rye Grass Draw, and Douglas Draw, carve through the plateau toward the intermittent waters of Vermillion Cr. This territory is sparsely populated, dominated by wide-open ranching land and public preserves, with access provided by remote corridors like Co RD 34 and Co RD 56. The placement of these roads and the naming of specific draws and basins reflect the enduring geographical importance of natural features in navigating this portion of the Colorado backcountry.