2017 Map of Jacobs Reservoir

About this map

Aquarius Plateau and Boulder Mtn dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Dixie National Forest. This region is defined by a complex network of alpine lakes and catchments, including the prominent Jacobs Reservoir and the more remote Cuddyback Lake and Sawmill Lake to the south. The terrain is marked by dramatic geological features such as Rock Spring Ridge and the Dark Valley Shelf, illustrating the rugged verticality of the Garfield County backcountry. Transport across this wilderness is largely restricted to established paths like the Great Western Trail and specialized routes like the Boulder Swale ATV Trail. Named points such as Burr Top and South Point serve as essential navigational landmarks in a territory where water sources like Squaw Spring were vital for early travelers and livestock.