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2023 Map of Kigalia Point

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Kigalia Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Dark Canyon Wilderness and Manti-La Sal National Forest dominate this high-plateau landscape, where the geography is defined by profound canyons and rising sandstone points. Steep drainages like Kigalia Canyon and Texas Canyon cut through the terrain, while landmarks such as Bears Ears and Keystone Arch provide distinct navigational anchors. The map reveals a network of primitive access routes, including Woodenshoe Rd and Elk Mountain, which connect the grazing lands of Babylon Pasture to more remote reaches.

Local springs like South Elk Spring are vital water sources in this arid environment, often found near features like South Elk Hole. The presence of established trails, such as the Peavine Canyon Trl and Arch Canyon Trl, indicates a landscape largely preserved for recreation and traditional land use. This survey illustrates the intricate drainage patterns feeding into White Canyon Creek and Butts Canyon, showing how the land transitions from high ridges like South Elk Ridge down into the complex canyon systems of the San Juan region.