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2002 Map of Bryce Canyon

Name: 2002 Topographic Map of Bryce Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2005
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2005

About this map

Bryce Canyon and the Pink Cliffs dominate this landscape, where the high desert terrain transitions into intricate geologic formations. The area's mid-century tourism infrastructure is centered around Rubys Inn and the Bryce Canyon settlement, supported by the Bryce Canyon Airport in Johns Valley. The map highlights the interplay between protected lands and working landscapes, from the managed timber of the Dixie National Forest to the specialized preservation within Bryce Canyon National Park.

Named geological features such as the Chinese Wall, Mormon Temple, and Seal Castle reflect the early cultural interpretations of the hoodoos and spires. Water management is evident through the presence of the Siphon at Daves Hollow and various Sewage Disposal Ponds, indicating the logistical challenges of supporting visitors in an arid environment. Meanwhile, the Sevier River and its various forks, like the East Fork Sevier River, define the primary drainage patterns through Emery Valley and the Paunsaugunt plateau.