1985 Map of Hotel Rock

About this map

Hotel Rock stands as a prominent landmark within this high-desert landscape of San Juan County, which was surveyed during the late 1970s and 1980s. The area is defined by the striking geological verticality of Comb Ridge and the broad, elevated expanses of Little Baullie Mesa and Milk Ranch Point. Within the Manti-La Sal National Forest, the map reveals a network of water-carved features including Arch Canyon, Whiskers Draw, and the curiously named Cheese and Raisins. These drainages, along with Dog Tanks Spring and several other tanks, highlight the critical water sources in a region characterized by deep canyons and flat-topped mesas. Traces of human activity are present in the form of a Trail and the Roadside Park located near the eastern edge along Butler Wash, offering a detailed view of the terrain before more modern developments.