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2020 Map of Big Hollow Wash

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Big Hollow Wash
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Kaiparowits Plateau and the sheer wall of the Straight Cliffs dominate this portion of Kane County, where the desert landscape is defined by deep erosion and scarce water sources. The historic transit corridor of Hole In The Rock Rd bisects the terrain, providing a primitive link between high-elevation landmarks like Fiftymile Bench and the drainages that feed into the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

Evidence of the intricate drainage system is found in the narrow slots of Peek-a-boo Canyon, Spooky Gulch, and Brimstone Gulch. Rare water points such as Big Hollow Spring, Liston Seep, and Cottonwood Spring reflect the vital survival sites for early travelers and livestock on the Cat Pasture. The map illustrates the difficult passage through the West End Canyon and across Batty Pass, showcasing a high-desert environment largely unchanged by modern development.