2014 Map of Cape Solitude

About this map

Grand Canyon National Park converges with the deep incision of the Little Colorado River Gorge in this 2014 survey. The high desert floor culminates at Cape Solitude, where the landscape drops precipitously into Marble Canyon and the main channel of the Colorado River. The topography is defined by dramatic erosional features and vertical relief, highlighted by prominent heights like Gunther Castle and Temple Butte. The river corridor itself is marked by technical navigation points such as Sixtymile Rapids and Lava Canyon Rapids. Local landmarks including Peshlakai Point and the Palisades of the Desert indicate the geological transitions occurring where the eastern desert meets the canyon rim. This modern edition provides a clear look at the intricate drainage systems of Kwagunt Canyon and Lava Canyon before they join the river floor.