2023 Map of The Frying Pan

About this map

The Frying Pan defines this stretch of the San Rafael Swell in Emery County, where the high desert landscape is punctuated by water sources vital to the region's ranching history. Life in this arid portion of Utah centers on locations like East Cedar Mountain Spring, Corral Canyon Spring, and the Horse Haven Reservoir, which provided necessary hydration for livestock moving across the complex terrain. The topography transitions from the dramatic Moroni Slopes to the prominent heights of Table Mountain and East Cedar Mountain. Deep recesses in the plateau such as Johns Hole, Segers Hole, and the winding Chimney Canyon illustrate the erosive forces that have shaped this corridor. The presence of Horse Haven suggests the area's long-standing utility for grazing, providing a clear look at the environmental factors that governed land use in the high desert before modern developments.