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1956 Map of Fortress Cliff, 1978 Print
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1956 Map of Fortress Cliff

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Palo Duro Canyon State Park dominates this landscape, revealing a complex network of geological formations and historical markers in Randall County. The Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River carves through the terrain, flanked by dramatic vertical features like Fortress Cliff and the isolated spires of Lighthouse Peak and Castle Peak. Human presence is marked by ranching outposts such as Reynolds Ranch and Krahn Ranch, as well as recreational infrastructure like the Miniature Railroad near the park's heart. A Historical Battle Site Marker indicates the intersection of the natural canyon defenses with regional history. The map captures a moment when the canyon’s traditional ranching roots coexisted with its development as a premier state destination, shown through the network of draws including Sunday Creek and Cita Creek that feed into the central river system.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions23 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain