2023 Map of Lower Bowns Reservoir

About this map

Dixie National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Garfield County, where a network of reservoirs and natural lakes supports the region's hydrology. The map centers on Lower Bowns Reservoir and its namesake Bowns Lakes, connected by a complex system of water bodies including Scout Lake, Long Lake, and Oak Cr Reservoir. The terrain transitions from the broad expanse of Boulder Mtn and The Terrace down to distinct local landmarks like Point Lookout and the steep incisions of Cottonwood Canyon. Transport across this remote backcountry is defined by a dense web of established routes such as the Great Western Trl, Bowns Stock Drive Trl, and Slickrock Trl, illustrating the area's continued reliance on seasonal access for grazing and recreation. Pastoral areas like Parks Pasture and Wildcat Pasture sit tucked between ridges, reflecting the long-standing land use patterns of the Utah plateaus.