2020 Map of Tangent Peak

About this map

Tangent Peak and the high ridges of the Hogup Mountains dominate this arid landscape in northwestern Utah. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent summits including Scorpio Peak and Shelter Mtn, which is separated from the main range by the Shelter Mountain Pass. This remote sector of Box Elder County is marked by a network of unpaved access routes that follow natural contours and drainage patterns, such as Middle Pass Rd and Big Pass Rd. The map illustrates the rugged transition from mountain slopes to low-lying drainage features like Big Wash and the distinct opening at Big Pass. These features provide a clear picture of the land's topographical structure, where movement is dictated by the few viable routes through the high desert peaks.