2023 Map of Red House Spring

About this map

Red House Spring sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape in San Juan County, where natural water sources dictate the movement of travelers and cattle across the arid terrain. The drainage systems of Grand Gulch and Redman Canyon carve deep paths through the Red Rock Plateau, illustrating a complex network of canyons and mesas that have historically served as both barriers and vital corridors. Evidence of the region's ranching and transit history is preserved in the naming of features such as Steer Pasture Canyon and Steer Gulch, alongside primitive routes like Red Canyon Rd and Gulch Creek Rd. Significant landmarks including the Clay Hills and Polly Mesa dominate the horizon, while secluded water points like Collins Spring and Bannister Spring highlight the critical, sparse resources essential for survival in this portion of the Utah desert.