2013 Map of Ute

About this map

The Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape of the Uncompahgre Plateau, where the geography is defined by deep drainages and isolated outposts. Ranching history is central to this area, evidenced by a series of named locations such as Houser Cow Camp, Maupin Cow Camp, and Forsman Cow Camp. These sites, along with Burch Cow Camp, reflect the seasonal grazing patterns typical of this Colorado region. Water management is critical for these remote operations, shown by the Glencoe Ditch and natural water sources like Ouray Spring and Bramier Spring. To the south, the settlement of Ute sits near the junction of Old Highway 90, providing a rare point of human concentration amid the expansive terrain of Dry Park and Pine Ridge. The map documents a complex network of forest roads and trails, including the Parallel Trail, that navigate the headwaters of Tabeguache Cr and several forks of Cottonwood Cr.