2019 Map of Wapiti Peak

About this map

Wapiti Peak dominates the northern skyline of this Moffat County landscape, anchoring a series of high ridges and deep drainage systems. The terrain is defined by the prominent Elk Springs Ridge and Pinyon Ridge, which guide the seasonal flow of water through the territory. A complex network of washes and creeks, including the N Fork Sagebrush Cr and Crooked Wash, reveals the erosive forces at work across these high-desert elevations. The map details the transition from the upland heights down into Sagebrush Draw, where the topography levels out. This 2019 survey documents a largely undeveloped wilderness, where the primary landmarks are named for their distinctive geography or native flora and fauna, illustrating a corner of Colorado where natural landforms remain the most significant features of the land.