1957 Map of Orderville Canyon NE

About this map

The North Fork Virgin River carves a deep path through this portion of Kane County, defining a landscape dominated by dramatic vertical relief and complex drainages. Within the Dixie National Forest, the map reveals a stark contrast between high, flat-topped features like The Plain and Table Bench and the narrow, winding corridors of Orderville Canyon and Straight Canyon. Numerous seasonal water sources, including Lower Bear Spring and Upper Bear Spring, suggest the critical importance of water management for cattle in this arid environment, further evidenced by the frequent marking of Stock Tanks. A network of Jeep Trails and unnamed trails provides the only access through this dissected terrain, connecting remote points like Millet Point and Bullock Canyon to the wider region. The map captures the area before modern development, showing it as a dedicated ranching and forest landscape.