2014 Map of Canaan Peak

About this map

Canaan Peak and the surrounding high desert terrain define this portion of the Dixie National Forest along the border of Garfield and Kane Counties. The landscape is characterized by dramatic geological formations, most notably the striking ridge of The Cockscomb and the eroded badlands of The Blues. Water sources are sparse but critical in this arid environment, represented by named features like Mud Spring and the drainage of Wahweap Cr. Historically significant for its difficult passage, the area shows early connectivity through the Canaan Mountain Rd and Ut-12. The map also details several secluded basins such as Bull Flat and Headquarters Valley, providing a look at the remote cattle-grazing and hunting grounds of southern Utah. Other distinctive landforms include Kaiparowitz Peak and the winding course of Round Valley Draw, illustrating the complex topography that defines the Paria River drainage system.