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2021 Map of Fern Glen Canyon

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Fern Glen Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Grand Canyon National Park encompasses this dramatic reach of the Colorado River, where the high desert plateau is deeply incised by a network of steep canyons and drainage basins. Remote backcountry access is mapped via the Brady Hollow Trl and Schmutz Spring Trl, which lead from the rim toward critical water sources like Schmutz Spring and Cottonwood Spring. Along the river corridor, the Colorado River Trl navigates past Fern Glen Rapids, providing a vital path through the inner canyon.

Notable geological landmarks include the prominent The Dome and the natural opening at Alamo Window, while side canyons such as Tuckup Canyon and Stairway Canyon illustrate the intricate erosion patterns characteristic of this region. The map also identifies local landmarks like Tuckup Point and Conglomerate Arch, serving as essential navigational references for hikers and researchers studying the wilderness areas near the Mohave and Coconino county border.