2020 Map of Big Bend Draw

About this map

The San Rafael Swell dominates this section of the Utah desert, where deep drainage systems like Devils Canyon and Dizzy Trail Canyon cut through a landscape defined by dramatic geological shifts. In this arid environment, the presence of rare water sources such as Upper Kimball Seep and Devils Canyon Spring provided vital landmarks for those traversing the high plateaus and washes. The map records a complex network of ephemeral watercourses including Whiskey Wash, Mulligan Wash, and the winding path of Muddy Cr. Transport in the modern era is marked by the path of Interstate 70 cutting across the northern reaches, while older routes like The Dizzy Trl follow the natural contours of the land near The Dike. Distinctive terrain features such as The Big Bend and the Lone Tree Wedge highlight the erosional patterns of the Kimball Draw area.