2001 Map of Cathedral Mountain

About this map

Capitol Reef National Park dominates this terrain, showcasing the dramatic monocline of the Waterpocket Fold as it appeared at the turn of the 21st century. The map provides precise detail of the high desert landscape, where elevation changes are marked by distinct geological features like Cathedral Mountain and Needle Mountain. Access to these remote stretches is traced through The Hartnet and Hartnet Draw, routes that lead past crucial water sources such as South Desert Spring and Ring Water Spring. To the south and west, the boundary with Fishlake National Forest indicates the transition into protected highlands. Geologists and surveyors can trace the complex drainage patterns of Middle Desert Wash and Polk Creek, while the presence of the Upper Cathedral Valley Overlook highlights the area's significance for land management and public observation.