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2017 Map of Mineral Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Mineral Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Canyonlands National Park dominates the southern reaches of this landscape, where the high desert plateau breaks into a complex system of drainages. The Green River carves along the western edge, creating riverside features like Cottonwood Bottom and providing a stark contrast to the arid heights above. This 2017 survey reveals the intricate network of primitive access routes essential for navigation in this remote corner of Grand County, including the famous White Rim Trail and the steep descent of Mineral Canyon Rd.

Evidence of human activity is concentrated at the Mineral Canyon Strip, a localized hub for transport and access within the deep canyon systems. Significant landmarks such as Horsethief Point and Deadman Point provide orientation above the sheer drops of Hell Roaring Canyon and North Fork Mineral Canyon. The map details the transition from the high mesas down through the geological layers to the river level, tracing water sources like Horsethief Spring and seasonal channels like Dubinky Wash.