1959 Map of Canyon Village

About this map

The Yellowstone River carves through the heart of this mid-century survey, flowing from the north shore of Yellowstone Lake toward the dramatic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The landscape is a complex network of thermal activity and early park infrastructure, centered around the hubs of Canyon Village and the hospitality facilities at Lake Lodge and Lake Hotel. These settlements were vital staging points for mid-century tourism, connected by the Grand Loop Road and several service routes.