1980 Map of Kolob Reservoir

About this map

Zion National Park boundaries define the southwestern portion of this high-altitude landscape, where the Upper Kolob and The Plateau meet at the Iron and Washington County line. The hydrology of the area is centered on the Kolob Reservoir and the nearby Blue Springs Reservoir, which collect waters from drainage systems like Beebe Hollow and Indian Hollow. The topography is defined by significant elevations such as Kolob Peak and Little Creek Peak, alongside dramatic canyons like Beer Canyon and Bear Trap Canyon. Local access in the early 1980s was maintained through a network of pack trails, including the Lava Point Trail and West Rim Trail, which navigate the descent from Lava Point toward the Horse Pasture Plateau.