2017 Map of The Cheesebox

About this map

Natural Bridges National Monument borders the southeastern edge of this high-desert landscape, where the Sipapu Bridge stands as a primary landmark. The terrain is defined by deep incisions like Cheesebox Canyon and White Canyon, which reveal the complex drainage patterns of the Colorado Plateau. High relief dominates the topography, anchored by prominent formations such as The Cheesebox and Ram Mesa. Primitive routes, including Co Rd 227A and Deer Flat Rd, provide the only access through this desolate region of San Juan County. This survey illustrates a wilderness nearly devoid of permanent human settlement, instead highlighting natural features such as Found Mesa and Lone Butte. The presence of Hideout Canyon and K and L Canyon suggests a landscape historically utilized for its natural cover and geographic isolation, offering researchers a look at the area's protected and remote land management boundaries.