2017 Map of Hite South

About this map

Lake Powell dominates the central landscape of this desert corridor, where the rising waters of the mid-20th century transformed the confluence of the Colorado River and its rugged side canyons. Near the northern edge, the settlement of Hite sits as a lonely outpost at the gateway to the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, from the depths of Farley Canyon and White Canyon to the towering heights of the Henry Mountains and Red Monument. Historical access routes like Farley Rd wind through the high plateaus of Browns Rim, tracing paths above the submerged river valley. This survey captures the intricate network of desert drainages, including Trachyte Cr and White Canyon Cr, that feed into the reservoir, illustrating the intersection of modern recreational water management and the enduring geological features of San Juan County.