2009 Map of Elkader

About this map

Smoky Hill River meanders across this high plains landscape, joined from the southwest by the winding course of Ladder Creek. The small settlement of Elkader serves as a primary reference point in a region defined by its wide, open spaces and significant geological formations. To the east, the Chalk Pyramids rise from the terrain, indicating the unique white-rock outcroppings found throughout this portion of Logan County. Local history is anchored by the Pyramid View Cemetery near the southern border, while place names like Jayhawk and Elk reflect the persistent local identities of the rural interior. A network of county roads including Gove 10 and Gove H creates a grid across the prairie, facilitating travel between these scattered landmarks and the agricultural lands that dominate the horizon.