2018 Map of Emmett Wash

About this map

Vermilion Cliffs dominate the central landscape of this Coconino County terrain, creating a dramatic geological transition between the elevated Paria Plateau and the lower House Rock Valley. The southeastern portion of the map covers the northern reaches of Grand Canyon National Park, where the Colorado River flows through Marble Canyon. Significant hydrological features such as North Canyon Rapids and Boulder Narrows are documented along this river corridor. Human activity is evidenced by Alt 89 cutting across the valley floor and the presence of Cliff Dwellers Airport near the northeastern corner. The drainage systems of Emmett Wash and House Rock Wash provide a clear view of the complex erosion patterns that have shaped this high-desert environment over millennia.