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2011 Map of Lone Rock

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Lone Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Lake Powell dominates the southern half of this landscape, its expansive waters reaching into the intricate inlets of Lone Rock Canyon and Wiregrass Canyon. This 2011 survey captures the interface between the reservoir and the high desert plateaus, where landmarks like Mustard Point, Middle Warm Creek Point, and Stud Horse Point define the horizon. The iconic Lone Rock stands isolated within the lake, a primary reference point for the adjacent Lone Rock Beach and the recreational traffic moving through the Glen Canyon National Rec Area.

Away from the shoreline, the map details the arid backcountry topography within Glen Canyon National Park. Water sources like Wiregrass Spring and the drainage of Wahweap Creek provide vital geographic markers in a region primarily accessed by the unpaved Smokey Mountain Rd. The transition from the massive engineering of the reservoir to the high mesas of the Colorado Plateau is clearly visible through the distinct points and washes.