1956 Map of Fortress Cliff

About this map

Palo Duro Canyon State Park dominates this terrain, revealing a complex network of eroded formations and high plateaus in Randall County. The Prairie Dog Town Fork Red River snakes through the canyon floor, flanked by prominent features such as Fortress Cliff and the striking Lighthouse Peak. Significant for local history, the map identifies a Historical Battle Site Marker on the valley floor, marking a specific point of conflict within this landscape. Human presence is scattered across the higher ground and canyon edges, represented by Krahn Ranch and Reynolds Ranch. The interplay of dramatic verticality is shown through named landmarks like Devils Tombstone and Goodnight Peak, while the broad Elbow Plateau and Swan Plateau define the surrounding plains.