2023 Map of Wagon Box Mesa

About this map

Capitol Reef National Park boundaries anchor the southeast corner of this Garfield County landscape, where the geology of the Waterpocket Fold creates a complex network of canyons and mesas. The historic Burr Trl winds through the northwest, providing a vital corridor across the high desert terrain. Notable landmarks like Peak-a-boo Rock, Oyster Shell Reef, and the namesake Wagon Box Mesa rise above the drainage systems of Grand Gulch and Moody Creek. The intricate topography is further defined by Muley Twist Canyon and the Lower Muley Twist Trl, tracing the natural paths through the reef. This survey illustrates the modern intersection of protected wilderness areas and the established trails that have served travelers across this portion of southern Utah for generations.