2017 Map of Slickhorn Canyon East

About this map

San Juan River flows through the southwestern corner of this survey, carving a path past the churning waters of Government Rapids. The landscape is dominated by massive elevated plateaus and distinctive rock formations, including Douglas Mesa and the uniquely named Cowboy Hat. A portion of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is visible, protecting the dramatic vertical relief of Slickhorn Canyon as it cuts through Polly Mesa. Human impact is minimal and concentrated on remote access routes like Johns Canyon Road and Point Lookout Rd, which traverse the high ground near Cedar Mesa. The map captures a high-desert wilderness characterized by sharp escarpments and broad flats such as Hat Flat, located near the northern landmark of Hat Rock.