2023 Map of Hunt Draw

About this map

San Rafael Swell dominates this portion of Emery County, where the desert floor is carved by intricate drainage systems and dramatic uplift. The map highlights the transition from the high-relief San Rafael Reef to the sweeping Moroni Slopes in the southwest. Water, though scarce, has defined the landscape, with Muddy Creek and Salt Wash cutting through the arid terrain. Notable landmarks like Sy Butte and the sheer walls of Chimney Canyon provide clear orientation points within this complex topography. The presence of The Chute and the Cistern Canyon system suggests the historical importance of finding natural passage through these barriers, while names like The Pasture and Johns Hole hint at early grazing and local use of the more sheltered pockets of the desert.