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2020 Map of House Park Butte

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of House Park Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

House Park Butte rises as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape of San Juan County, where the borders of Canyonlands National Park and the Manti-La Sal National Forest meet. The terrain is defined by a complex network of deep drainage systems, including Ruin Canyon, Calf Canyon, and the winding course of Butler Wash. These features represent a classic canyon-and-mesa topography that has shaped movement and seasonal land use for generations.

Connectivity across the high ground is maintained by historic routes like Ruin Park Rd and the White Rim Trail E, which navigate around prominent summits such as Horse Mtn and E Horse Mountain. For those interested in isolated landmarks and water sources, the map identifies specific points of interest like Kirk Arch, Crystal Spring, and the secluded Davis Pocket, providing a clear view of the area's natural geography and modern preservation boundaries.