2011 Map of Steves Mountain

About this map

Steves Mountain and Cedar Mountain anchor this high-elevation landscape in Sevier County, where deep canyons and flat-topped basins define the drainage patterns of central Utah. The southern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the winding course of Salina Creek, which runs parallel to the modern transportation corridor and is joined by the Gooseberry Creek system near Gooseberry Valley. The naming of features like Beanies Hole, Browns Hole, and Dead Horse Canyon reflects a legacy of livestock grazing and early exploration in the Fishlake National Forest area. Transportation is largely defined by the Water Hollow Rd and Gooseberry Rd, which provide access to remote landmarks such as Anthony Flat and Steves Pass. The contrast between the expansive Steves Basin and the sharp relief of the Sawtooth illustrates the varied geological character of the Wasatch Plateau's southern reaches.