2013 Map of Winter Flats

About this map

Winter Flats and the prominent South Shale Ridge characterize this high-elevation terrain along the border of Garfield and Mesa counties. The landscape is defined by a dense network of erosional features, including Horseshoe Canyon and the winding Little Alkali Canyon that drain the mesas. In the northern reaches, Willow Spring provides a rare water source among the gulches, while the southern section is dominated by significant landforms like Redrock Point and Jackson Canyon. This 2013 survey illustrates the modern system of rural county roads, such as V 2/10 Rd and 35 10 Rd, which provide access through the complex topography of Main Canyon and Cosgrove Canyon. The map offers a precise view of the local drainage patterns and natural landmarks that have guided movement through this part of the Colorado Plateau for generations.