Historic
San Juan County, UT
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Site where the 1879 San Juan Expedition lowered wagons through a cleft in the Glen Canyon rim to the Colorado River. Rough Hole-in-the-Rock Road reaches the historic notch above Lake Powell. High-clearance essential; check road reports before committing.
| Region | San Juan County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 37.2514, -110.8882 |
| Era | 1879 expedition |
| Access | Rough road |
| Feature | Rock descent |
| Historic | Yes |
| Fee | Free |
| Notable | NRHP 1975 (75000165) |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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