2023 Map of Gunnison Island

About this map

Gunnison Island and its smaller companion Cub Island rise from the northwestern expanse of the Great Salt Lake in this modern topographic study. The isolation of these landforms is punctuated by a series of named coastal indentations, including Phantom Bay to the north and Pelican Bay on the western shore. The island's geography is further defined by Seagull Bay, Lambourne Bay, and South Bay, reflecting a landscape primarily shaped by the fluctuating water levels of the surrounding saline environment. This recent data from the U.S. Geological Survey provides a precise record of the island's contours and shoreline as they existed in the early 2020s, offering a baseline for researchers tracking the hydrological changes of the lake.