2020 Map of Horse Pasture Mesa

About this map

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument dominates the central portion of this Garfield County survey, revealing a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and named topographic benches. To the north, the boundary of Capitol Reef National Park marks a shift in land management, while the southern reaches of the map transition into the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The drainage of Moody Cr and Silver Falls Cr cut through the high plateaus, creating the distinct relief of Horse Pasture Mesa and Colt Mesa. This intersection of three major protected federal areas illustrates the transition between the high desert mesa country and the canyon systems to the south. Notable landmarks for orientation include the expansive Choprock Bench, Four Mile Bench, and the uniquely named Purple Hills near the southeastern edge of the quadrangle.