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Kanab Utah Map

Explore Kanab, Utah, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Kanab, Utah

How to Use This Kanab, Utah Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Kanab, Utah. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Utah or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Kanab.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Kanab
State	Utah (UT)
County	Kane County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Denver)

Latitude	37.034652
Longitude	-112.529991
Population	4,683
Density	125.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	84741
Area Code	801
County Seat	Kanab
School District	Kane School District

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About Kanab, Utah

Kanab is a locality in Kane County, Utah, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,683. The population density is 125.3 people per km². Kanab is located at 37.0347°N, 112.5300°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. Kanab is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 84741.

Kanab occupies a stark, sun-drenched expanse where the earth reveals its ancient, layered composition in every crag and fold. It lies 43.0 miles east-southeast of Hurricane, UT (from Hurricane, UT: bearing 102°T), and is situated 25.1 miles east of Colorado City. Kanab Creek carves a singular path through the landscape, providing a vital, winding ribbon of relief against the dry, expansive desert floor. To the north, the prominence of Indian Dance Hall commands the horizon, its presence felt in the way the light shifts across the valley as the day wanes. Near the center of the settlement, Levi Stewart Memorial Park offers a quiet space where the dust settles and the air holds a stillness peculiar to these high, arid elevations. Beyond the immediate settlement, the rugged features of Toms Canyon define the rugged character of the surrounding terrain, emphasizing the raw, unadorned beauty of the region. This land demands a certain resilience from those who walk its paths, rewarding the observant with a profound sense of geological time.

Kanab emerged from the persistent efforts of pioneers who recognized the utility of the creek and the fertility of the surrounding soil. Early agricultural ventures established a rhythm of labor that persists in the quiet industry of the modern local economy. While the primary focus has shifted from traditional farming to a broader service-based model, the residents maintain a connection to the fundamental requirements of desert survival. Small enterprises now support a steady flow of visitors who arrive to witness the dramatic topography, providing a livelihood that respects the pace of the surroundings. The history of the place remains etched in the simple, utilitarian architecture that lines the streets, reflecting a legacy of independence and local self-reliance. Every season brings its own cycle of activity, ensuring that Kanab remains a functional, working hub rather than a mere destination.

Cultural life in Kanab reflects a deep-seated appreciation for the stark aesthetic of the high desert and the stories of those who settled here. The town honors its heritage through local events that celebrate the spirit of the frontier, often drawing people together in the shadow of the surrounding red-rock walls. Notable figures like the actor Harry Carey Jr. found a genuine affinity for the area, drawn by the same rugged horizon that defines the daily experience of the residents. Levi Stewart Memorial Park serves as a focal point for public gatherings, anchoring the social life of the community in a space dedicated to memory and reflection. Kanab fosters an environment where the vast, empty spaces encourage a contemplative existence, far removed from the clamor of larger urban centers. People here move with a deliberate grace, shaped by a landscape that is both indifferent and immensely beautiful.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Kanab Heritage Museum (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 014° N
Ranchos Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 225° SW
Levi Stewart Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 345° N
Savage Point Overlook (Viewpoint) — 1.7 mi, 043° NE
State Trust Land (State Resource Management Area) — 2.4 mi, 176° S
Dinosaur Tracks (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 354° N
The Pinnacles (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 026° NE
Cottonwood Canyon Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 4.1 mi, 302° NW
Moquith Mountain Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 4.2 mi, 280° W · 15k acres
Shinarump Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 4.8 mi, 157° SE
Red Pueblo Museum (Museum) — 5.0 mi, 178° S
Inholding Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 5.3 mi, 261° W · 68k acres
Mansard Petroglyph Site (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 080° E
Moqui Cave (Museum) — 6.2 mi, 343° N
Kaibab National Forest (National Forest) — 6.4 mi, 178° S · 1.5M acres
South Fork Indian Canyon Pictographs (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 289° W
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park (State Park) — 8.9 mi, 274° W
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument (National Monument) — 9.7 mi, 068° E · 1.9M acres
Zion National Park (National Park) — 20.1 mi, 294° NW · 145k acres
Powell Plaque (Monument) — 21.0 mi, 299° NW
Zion Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 21.6 mi, 290° W · 124k acres
The Windlass (Historic Ruins) — 26.8 mi, 274° W
David J. West Gallery (Gallery) — 27.9 mi, 293° NW
Sorella Gallery (Gallery) — 27.9 mi, 293° NW
De Zion Gallery (Gallery) — 28.0 mi, 292° W
Buckskin Gulch Petroglyphs (Historic Ruins) — 29.7 mi, 086° E
Catstair Canyon Detroit Riprap (Public Artwork) — 31.8 mi, 078° E
Hwy 14 waypoint (Monument) — 42.8 mi, 335° NW
(wip) Entry Monument (Monument) — 45.1 mi, 290° W
Silver Reef Museum (Museum) — 48.5 mi, 288° W

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