2023 Map of Hite South

About this map

The Colorado River and the expansive waters of Lake Powell dominate this portion of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, where the river cuts through the high desert of San Juan and Garfield counties. This 2023 survey illustrates the complex desert hydrology defined by deep drainages like Trachyte Creek, North Wash, and White Canyon Creek, all converging toward the central waterway. To the southwest, the eastern reaches of the Henry Mountains rise from the canyonlands, contrasting with the dramatic bends of the river at The Horn. The map documents the modern infrastructure supporting the area, including the Hite Marina Access Road and Farley Canyon Road, which provide access to the various canyons like Farley Canyon and Blue Notch Canyon that feed into the reservoir system.