1988 Map of Teapot Rock

About this map

Cataract Canyon dominates this landscape, where the Colorado River carves through the sandstone plateaus of southern Utah. This 1980s-era study captures the intersection of Canyonlands National Park and the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, documenting the river's path as it transitions into the northern reaches of Lake Powell. The map detail reveals a complex network of drainage systems and isolated landforms, such as the distinctive Teapot Rock and the surrounding Teapot Canyon. To the west, the broad expanse of Waterhole Flat and the high plateaus of Lands End contrast with the deeply incised gorges of Calf Canyon and Gypsum Canyon. The mapping of these remote valleys, including Imperial Valley and Bull Valley, provides a precise look at the geography of Garfield and San Juan counties before modern recreational developments further altered the backcountry access.