2014 Map of Navajo Point

About this map

Kaiparowits Plateau and the Straight Cliffs dominate this high-desert landscape in southern Utah, marking the stark transition from elevated tablelands to the deeply incised drainages feeding into Lake Powell. This 2014 survey captures a section of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area characterized by dramatic vertical relief and traditional western nomenclature. Named landmarks like Teddys Horse Pasture, Harveys Fear Cliff, and Billie Flat Top suggest a history of cattle ranching and early exploration across these challenging benches. The topography reveals a complex network of dry washes and springs, including Dry Rock Cr and East End Spring, which are critical water sources in this arid environment. Strategic overlooks such as Navajo Point and Spencer Point provide vantage points across the labyrinth of corridors like Dangling Rope Canyon and Cascade Canyon.