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1979 Map of Carlsbad Caverns
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1979 Map of Carlsbad Caverns

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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Carlsbad Caverns National Park defines this 1970s landscape, centered on the subterranean wonders and surface infrastructure of the Chihuahuan Desert. The map captures the specialized topography of the area, notably the Cavern Entrance and the Visitor Center situated high above the winding Walnut Canyon. Beyond the famous caverns like Bat Cave and Chimney Cave, the survey documents the essential water sources that sustained early ranching and development, including Baldridge Well, Robb Spring, and Grapevine Spring. To the east, the small settlement of Whites City stands at the park gateway, while the southern reaches follow the drainage of the Black River. A network of foot trails and jeep tracks crisscrosses Guadalupe Ridge, illustrating the era's balance of tourism accessibility and wilderness management.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1979
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain