2023 Map of Scipio Pass

About this map

Scipio Pass serves as a critical topographic saddle between the Canyon Mountains to the north and the Pahvant Range to the south. This modern survey illustrates the transit corridor through the heart of Millard County, where the historic Scipio Pioneer Trl once guided travelers across this high desert terrain. The landscape is defined by deep drainages like Eightmile Canyon and Ebbs Canyon, where seasonal waters and permanent sources like Mud Spring and Wild Goose Spring provided essential relief for livestock and early travelers. The western edge of the Fishlake National Forest blankets the higher elevations, while irrigation features like the East Fork Ditch in the southwest corner reflect the ongoing human effort to manage water in the arid Scipio Valley. Several mapped trails, including the Coffee Peak-Scipio Pass Trl, highlight the area's continued importance for mountain access and navigation.