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2011 Map of Lone Cone

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lone Cone
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Miramonte Reservoir and its associated dam dominate the northern terrain of this Dolores County landscape, serving as a focal point for water management and recreation. The area is defined by a network of high-altitude agricultural and livestock infrastructure, including the Last Chance Ditch, Cone Ditch, and Lilylands Canal, which draw from local sources like Middle Naturita Creek and Lilylands Reservoir.

Seasonal livestock operations leave a distinct mark on the geography through numerous named camps and cabins, such as Redd Ranchs Summer Camp, Davis Sheep Camp, and Barrett Cow Camp. The prominent peak of Lone Cone rises in the southeast, overlooking geological curiosities like Preachers Hole and the Devils Chair. These labels reveal a landscape deeply integrated with ranching traditions and the critical movement of water across high-country flats.