2016 Map of Keith Creek

About this map

The Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this landscape, where a complex network of pack and foot trails reveals a history of movement through the high mesa country of Mesa County. Named watercourses like Keith Creek and Big Dominguez Cr have carved deep relief into the terrain, creating prominent landforms such as Dominguez Canyon and the distinctive protrusion of The Tongue. The map documents a sophisticated system of backcountry routes, including the Tabeguache Trail and the Winter Camp Trail, which speak to the seasonal uses of this territory. From the grazing grounds at Carson Hole to the strategic elevations of Black Point, the layout of these trails and the inclusion of specific landmarks like Smith Point Trail provide essential context for understanding the geography of the Uncompahgre Plateau during the mid-2010s.