2016 Map of Sapinero

About this map

The Sapinero settlement and the expansive waters of the Blue Mesa Reservoir define this high-altitude landscape where the Gunnison River carves into the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. This modern survey illustrates the complex topography of mesa and gulch systems, including Soap Mesa, Sapinero Mesa, and Dillon Mesa, which rise sharply from the water's edge. The integration of the Gunnison National Forest and the Curecanti National Recreation Area demonstrates a managed wilderness where recreational access is provided via the Dillon Pinnacles Trail and several unpaved forest routes like Soap Creek Road. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of Pine Creek, Willow Creek, and Little Willow Creek, reflecting a region dominated by the intersection of high desert plateaus and vital mountain water resources.