2011 Map of Johnny Moore Mountain

About this map

The Canadian River cuts through this high-country landscape, where an intricate network of irrigation ditches reflects a long history of water management for local ranching operations. Numerous family-named homesteads, including Dodge Ranch, Colter Ranch, and Dickens Ranch, are situated along the river valley and its tributaries. These ranching tracts are interspersed with mining and prospecting sites concentrated in the western draws. Excavations like the Canadian Strip Mine, Marr Mine, and Winscom Mine show the intersection of mineral extraction and traditional land use. Higher elevations are defined by prominent landmarks such as Elk Mountain and the namesake Johnny Moore Mountain, while localized natural basins like Brown Park and Muddy Park vary the terrain. The presence of features such as the Spear and Michigan Highline Ditch and Bonafide Ditch highlights the critical role of hydraulic engineering in maintaining the productivity of this Larimer County territory.