2014 Map of Wales

About this map

Wales sits at the edge of the Sanpete Valley, where the flat agricultural plains meet the steep ascent of the San Pitch Mountains. This landscape is defined by the sharp transition from the irrigated valley floor, nourished by the San Pitch River, to the protected reaches of the Uinta National Forest. The map documents a series of deep drainages cutting through the high country, including Wales Canyon, Magistrate Canyon, and Coal Canyon, reflecting the area's geological complexity and historical resource value. Local history is anchored at the Wales Cem, while high-altitude access is traced via the Skyline W Mountain Rd. This layout highlights the classic Utah settlement pattern of locating towns precisely where canyon waters emerge into the arable valley below peaks like Big Mtn and Horse Mtn.