2023 Map of Red Breaks

About this map

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area dominates the eastern and southern portions of this Garfield County landscape, where deep canyons and high desert benches meet. The Escalante River winds through the northern section, joined by prominent drainage systems like The Gulch and Horse Canyon. The topography is defined by significant elevation changes, ranging from the low-lying Big Spencer Flats to named overlooks such as King Bench and Brigham Tea Bench. This survey provides a precise look at the backcountry access routes of the modern era, including the Harris Wash Trl following the course of Harris Wash toward the southeast. The interior is marked by the namesake Red Breaks, a complex of sandstone formations that illustrate the distinct erosion patterns of the Colorado Plateau. This 2023 edition reflects the contemporary management of these public lands, capturing the intersection of federally protected recreation areas and the open range.