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2023 Map of Wickiup Canyon

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Wickiup Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

McElmo Creek winds through a landscape of high mesas and deep drainages along the border of Utah and Colorado. This high-desert region is defined by its dramatic topography, featuring prominent landforms like Cajon Mesa in the northwest and Mail Trail Mesa to the south. The complex drainage network includes the deeply incised Wickiup Canyon, Little Ruin Canyon, and the sprawling Yellow Jacket Canyon.

Modern infrastructure follows ancient routes and tribal boundaries, as seen with Ismay Trading Post Rd and numerous Indian Routes including Indian Rte 5068. The intersection of San Juan County, Utah, and Montezuma County, Colorado, creates a remote corner where geographic features like Cannon Ball Mesa and Hamilton Mesa overlook the significant corridor of McElmo Canyon. This map captures the intricate relationship between traditional paths and the natural barriers of the Four Corners area.