1950 Map of Kanarraville

About this map

Kanarraville serves as the focal point of this 1950s survey, situated where the floor of the Cedar Valley meets the dramatic ascent of the Hurricane Cliffs. The map illustrates a landscape of stark contrasts, with the agricultural and residential grid of the town positioned directly below the steep escarpments and canyons of what was then known as Zion National Monument. To the west, the Harmony Mountains rise across the valley, while the seasonal waters of Quichapa Lake dominate the northern terrain. Local landmarks such as the Cemetery and the Levee near the town center provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians. The mapping of the Rock Trail and numerous water sources like Mud Springs and Kanarra Creek highlights the essential relationship between the community and the surrounding high-desert environment during this era.