2011 Map of Cathedral Canyon

About this map

Lake Powell dominates the northern half of this landscape along the border of Arizona and Utah, where the reservoir has filled the intricate network of the Colorado River's ancient drainage. The primary outpost for boaters in this section of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is Dangling Rope Marina, accessible only by water. South of the shoreline, the terrain rises sharply toward the expansive high ground of Cummings Mesa. The map illustrates a complex topography of named drainages including Wetherill Canyon and Mountain Sheep Canyon, which cut deep into the sandstone plateau. Landmarks such as Cathedral Butte and the winding course of Cathedral Canyon highlight the geological character of this region, while names like Klondike Bar suggest the area's history of river-based exploration and prospecting.