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2014 Map of Kigalia Point

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Kigalia Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Kigalia Point rises as a prominent landmark within the Manti-Lasal National Forest, anchoring a landscape defined by dramatic geological formations and remote plateaus. This 2014 survey captures the intricate drainage networks of Kigalia Canyon and Arch Canyon, where seasonal water sources like Squaw Water Spring and Squaw Water Hole were essential for the area's early grazing history. The presence of Babylon Pasture and Steamboat Point reflects the nomenclature of early ranching and navigation through this complex terrain.

At the southern edge of the sheet, the iconic Bears Ears formation marks a significant cultural and geographic anchor point, while Keystone Arch highlights the natural erosion patterns common to this high-altitude region. Transportation is limited to rugged routes like Woodenshoe Rd, emphasizing the isolation of the S Elk Ridge country and its preservation as a wilderness landscape dominated by mesas and canyons.