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2019 Map of Colorado National Monument

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Colorado National Monument
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Colorado National Monument dominates this 2019 survey, showcasing a landscape defined by towering formations such as Independence Monument and Balanced Rock. The map illustrates a complex network of geological features, including Ute Canyon, Monument Canyon, and the Coke Ovens, all etched into the high plateaus of Mesa County. To the northeast, the Colorado River flows through the Grand Valley, bordered by the Colorado River Wildlife Management Area.

Suburban growth from Grand Junction and Redlands pushes toward the park boundaries, while the agricultural irrigation system is clearly visible through the Redlands First Lift Canal and Redlands Second Lift Canal. Further south, the remote settlement of Glade Park and the Pinyon Airport mark the transition toward the high country. Historical transportation routes are documented through the winding Rim Rock Drive and the historic Serpents Trail, providing a clear view of how human access has been carved into this vertical terrain.