2011 Map of Gunsight Butte

About this map

Lake Powell dominates this high-desert landscape on the border of Utah and Arizona, where rising water levels have historically reshaped the accessibility of local landforms. The intricate shoreline winds around prominent geological features like Gunsight Butte and Padres Butte, while former terrestrial markers such as Gunsight Bar are shown in relation to the expanded reservoir. This 2011 survey captures the area decades after the completion of the Glen Canyon Dam, illustrating how the inundation transformed old drainage systems like Padre Creek and the Left Fork Kane Wash into deep-water inlets. Inland, the high ground remains accessible via Smokey Mountain Rd, leading to vantage points like Alstrom Point and Little Alstrom Point. The map provides a clear view of how modern recreation and historical geography intersect across Romana Mesa and The Sand Hills.