2017 Map of Taylor Canyon

About this map

Horse Heaven Hills dominates this 2017 survey of Benton County, where the high plateau is deeply incised by a series of significant drainage systems. The landscape is defined by the repetitive, parallel descent of Taylor Canyon, Badger Canyon, and Coyote Canyon as they carve their way through the southern Washington terrain. The map details a sophisticated network of section-line roads, including Plymouth Rd and Edwards Rd, which facilitate movement across this agrarian and topographical divide. Smaller draws like Straub Canyon and Amon Canyon illustrate the complex erosion patterns that characterize the region north of Fourmile Canyon. This topographic study provides a clear view of the land use and natural corridors established between the ridges, capturing the modern spatial organization of these high-desert hills.