2017 Map of Bobby Canyon South

About this map

The Book Cliffs dominate this eastern Utah landscape, forming a dramatic escarpment that separates the high desert plateaus from the lower Gunnison Valley. This 2017 survey details a complex system of drainage and erosion, where Tusher Canyon and Coal Canyon carve deep into the benchlands. The terrain is defined by its verticality, rising from the valley floor to the broad elevations of Tusher Bench and Blaze Canyon Bench. A rare water source is documented at Cole Spring, a critical landmark in this arid environment. The map captures the intricate network of naming conventions used for the canyon systems, from the broad Horse Canyon to its specific branches like Middle Horse Canyon and Right Hand Horse Canyon. This documentation provides a clear view of the geological and topographical layout of Grand County before modern development or environmental shifts altered these traditional landmarks.