2021 Map of Kings Canyon

About this map

Nebraska National Forest encompasses much of this Dawes County landscape, characterized by the dramatic incision of Kings Canyon and Strong Canyon. The terrain is defined by the high tablelands and broken ridges typical of the Pine Ridge region, where watercourses like Big Bordeaux Cr and Chadron Cr carve through the sedimentary layers. This modern survey illustrates how recreation and utility have shaped the land, featuring an extensive network of managed paths including the Pine Ridge Mt Bike Trl and various designated spurs. Beyond the forest boundaries, the section lines of the Public Land Survey System organize the rural landscape into townships such as t32n r48w and t31n r48w. Local travel is facilitated by a grid of named routes like Table Rd and Prairie Home Rd, reflecting the enduring agricultural and ranching framework of the Nebraska Panhandle.