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2023 Map of East of the Navajo

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of East of the Navajo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Kaiparowits Plateau dominates this high-altitude landscape in Kane County, Utah, where a complex network of deeply incised drainage systems defines the terrain. The map details the transition from the prominent heights of Fiftymile Mountain and West-End Point down through a series of named dry washes and canyons, including Rogers Canyon, Basin Canyon, and Monday Canyon. The southern extent of the sheet focuses on the Burning Hills and the winding course of Navajo Canyon as it approaches Little Valley.

Unlike many settled regions, this area is characterized by its geological features and topographic isolation. The lack of roads or structures emphasizes the wilderness character of the East of the Navajo quadrangle, making it a critical reference for understanding the physical geography of the Colorado Plateau. High points like Mudhales Point offer significant landmarks for navigating this remote and unforgiving vertical landscape.