2010 Map of Horse Valley

About this map

Horse Valley and the expansive plateaus of Sinbad Country define this high-desert landscape in Emery County, Utah. The topography is characterized by a series of dramatic canyon systems and high flats, including McKay Flat and Taylor Flat, which have historically provided grazing land and navigation points in this arid region. Major drainages such as Chute Canyon, Bell Canyon, and Little Wild Horse Canyon carve through the sedimentary layers, creating a network of narrow corridors. Human activity in the area is primarily represented by rural routes like Temple Mt Rd and County Rd 1012, which trace the gentler terrain of Bruff Valley and Baptist Draw. This map documents the intricate drainage patterns of Little Ocean Draw and Cistern Canyon, illustrating the geological forces that have shaped this portion of the San Rafael Swell.