Loading map...

2017 Map of Hilgard Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Hilgard Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Fishlake National Forest dominates this high-elevation landscape within Sevier County, characterized by a complex drainage system and prominent peaks. The western portion of the quadrangle is defined by the UM Plateau and the headwaters of UM Creek, which splits into the Right Fork UM Cr and Left Fork UM Cr. High-country water features like Emerald Lakes, Sheep Valley Reservoir, and Willies Flat Reservoir suggest the importance of water management in this high desert environment.

Transit through this portion of the Wasatch Plateau is largely dictated by a network of primitive routes and trails, most notably the Great Western Trail, Loa and several Forest Service trails such as Trail 2266 and Trail 2275. Named landmarks such as Windstorm Peak, Hilgard Mtn, and Yens Petes Gap provide critical orientation points for those navigating the canyons and flats like Black Flat and Willies Flat.