Anderson Reservoirs

Anderson Reservoirs is a gravel and dirt road that forms a loop with Lands End Road once on top of the Grand Mesa. At its eastern terminus, at 10,500 in elevation, is the Land's End Observatory, which was used by rangers due to its amazing vantage point. From here, you can see the Book Cliffs and out into Utah, the San Juan Mountains, the Uncompahgre Wilderness, the Colorado National Monument, Big Dominguez Canyon, and Little Dominguez Canyon. It was built from 1936-1937 and is no longer in use.

Continuing on the road, you will pass by several reservoirs used in the nearby town's water supply. Boondock campsites are scattered throughout and near the reservoirs, and many dispersed and secluded sites can be found in the groves of trees.

Almost any high-clearance vehicle can drive the road when free of snow but anticipate mud early in the summer or after heavy rains. Use caution when accessing campsites in the wooded sections, as the access may be more difficult than the road itself.