2023 Map of Butler Valley

About this map

Grosvenor Arch stands as a prominent landmark in this desert landscape of Southern Utah, where the terrain is defined by complex drainage systems and sharp ridgelines. The prominent geologic spine of The Cockscomb runs through the center of the sheet, separating the drainages of Wahweap Creek to the east from the broader depressions of Butler Valley and its narrow Butler Valley-Neck to the west. This area serves as a critical watershed, where seasonal water is managed at the Butler Valley Reservoir and found naturally at Headquarters Springs. The map reveals a network of primitive routes, primarily Cottonwood Canyon Rd, which provides access to remote landmarks like The Gut and Cods Crotch. This 2023 edition documents the modern configuration of the Grand Staircase-Escalante region, tracing high-elevation plateaus like Horse Flat and Long Flat against the deep incisions of Round Valley Draw.