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1988 Map of Phantom Ranch

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Phantom Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Phantom Ranch serves as the focal point of this 1980s landscape, positioned near the confluence of Bright Angel Creek and the Colorado River. The area illustrates the complex topography of Grand Canyon National Park, where the river cuts deeply through the Granite Gorge. Infrastructure for backcountry access is evident through the network of footbridges and gaging stations that support travel and monitoring within the canyon floor. Distinctive geological formations like Cheops Pyramid, Zoroaster Temple, and Ottoman Amphitheater define the horizon, while the descent from the south rim is traced by the Kaibab Trail and Bright Angel Trail.

A variety of seasonal water sources and landmarks are scattered across the terrain, including Pipe Spring, Lonetree Spring, and The Tipoff. On the south rim, the visitor infrastructure near Yavapai Point and Mather Point contrasts with the remote character of Phantom Canyon and The Box. This survey documents the intersection of human recreation and extreme geological relief during a period of established park management.