2011 Map of Davis Gulch

About this map

Lake Powell dominates the canyon landscape in this 2011 survey of southern Utah. The map documents the intricate branching of the reservoir into several named canyons and gulches, including Explorer Canyon, Davis Gulch, and Willow Gulch. Along the southern portion of the sheet, the legendary Hole-in-the-Rock Rd winds through the terrain, leading toward the historic crossing point at Hole-in-the-Rock. This area is characterized by the intersection of early pioneer routes and the modern shoreline, where features such as Cathedral in the Desert sit within the drainage of Clear Creek. The map provides a precise record of how the rising waters have reshaped access to these remote desert landmarks, marking the contemporary relationship between the high desert floor and the expanded reaches of the Colorado River system.