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2014 Map of Bright Angel Point

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Bright Angel Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Grand Canyon National Park reveals its dramatic verticality through this topographic study of the North Rim. The landscape is dominated by immense landforms and deep drainages, with the Arizona National Scenic Trail threading its way through the steep descent. Named geological features such as Buddha Temple, Manu Temple, and Oza Butte tower over the branching canyons, illustrating the complex erosional patterns that define this region.

Water sources are vital landmarks in this high-elevation desert environment, with Roaring Springs and Bright Angel Cr providing critical drainage and riparian corridors. To the east, the Walhalla Plateau rises above the Transept, while historical access is documented through established routes like Cape Royal Rd and the Tiyo Point Trl. This map serves as a primary record of the trail systems and peaks that make the canyon's north edge distinct from its more visited southern counterpart.