2001 Map of Roc Creek

About this map

Sinbad Valley and Paradox Valley converge in this western Colorado landscape, where early 21st-century mapping preserves a legacy of mineral exploration. The presence of the Radium Cycle Mine, Rajah Mine, and Sunrise Mine points to the region's history of uranium and vanadium mining. Between the high elevation of Sewemup Mesa and the deep cut of the Dolores River, the map reveals a rugged backcountry accessible largely by 4wd tracks and the Radium Trail. Human presence is sparse, marked by isolated points like Pace Ranch, a Corral, and a lone Grave near Roc Creek. Much of the territory falls within the Manti La Sal National Forest, where steep drainages like Garvey Gulch and Sunrise Canyon define the transition between the valley floors and the towering Carpenter Ridge.