2017 Map of Duches Hole

About this map

The Green River snakes through deep plateau country in this 2017 survey, defining the border between Uintah and Carbon counties. This section of the river is characterized by expansive riverine flats known as "bottoms," including Boat Bottom, Maverick Bottom, and Ranch Bottom, which provided rare level ground for grazing and early settlement within the steep canyon walls. The geography here is defined by significant erosion, with Desolation Canyon and Ninemile Canyon converging near the river's path. Localized landmarks like Duches Hole, Gold Hole, and Slough Grass indicate specific points along the watercourse significant to local navigation and land use. Away from the primary river, the landscape rises into high desert features such as Little Desert and the Horse Bench, while remote access is traced by the Sand Wash Rd and Tabyago Canyon Rd.