2020 Map of King Top

About this map

King Top rises as a prominent landmark within the Confusion Range in Millard County, defining a landscape shaped by significant topographic relief and intricate drainage systems. This 2020 survey illustrates a complex network of canyons that carve through the high desert terrain, including Bonny Stairs Canyon to the north and the expansive Cedar Canyon further south. The nomenclature of the area reflects the diverse geological features and historical naming conventions of the region, from the descriptive Red Ledges Canyon to the uniquely named Noddy Canyon. The lack of modern development or permanent settlements within this quadrangle emphasizes the remote and undisturbed character of this portion of Western Utah, where the terrain itself remains the primary focus of the map. Researchers can examine the precise contouring of features like Burnout Canyon and Smooth Canyon, which illustrate the erosion patterns characteristic of the Great Basin.