1957 Map of Grizzly Ridge

About this map

The dramatic gorge of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Monument dominates this mid-century landscape, revealing a intricate network of canyon floor features and rim-side overlooks. The map documents the complex geography of the Gunnison River as it cuts between Fruitland Mesa and Grizzly Ridge. Significant logistical points for mid-century visitors are clearly marked, including the South Rim Ranger Sta and the North Rim Ranger Sta, alongside named geological formations such as the Painted Wall, Chasm View, and The Narrows.