2011 Map of King Mesa

About this map

The Escalante River winds through the northeast corner of this high desert landscape, carving deep into the plateau near Fools Canyon. This area of Kane County is defined by its dramatic geologic formations, including the prominent elevation of King Mesa and the distinctive landmark of Chimney Rock. Human presence is sparse, marked primarily by the seasonal water source at Gates Tank and the primitive track following Fortymile Ridge in the south. Drainage systems like Hurricane Wash and Dry Fork Coyote Gulch dictate the movement across this terrain, illustrating the hydrologic patterns of the western desert. Named features like Les George Point and Scorpion provide essential orientation points for those navigating this isolated portion of the Utah wilderness.