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2016 Map of Point Lookout

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Point Lookout
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Mesa Verde National Park dominates the southern landscape of this Colorado survey, showcasing the dramatic transition from the high North Rim to the deeply incised canyon systems below. The map captures the complex topography of Moccasin Mesa and Wetherill Mesa, where numerous branches like School Section Canyon and West Fork Little Soda Canyon carve through the plateau. This area is characterized by its archaeological significance and preserved wilderness, with notable elevations like Park Point and Point Lookout providing strategic vantage points over the surrounding terrain.

In the northern section, the land flattens toward the Mancos Valley, marked by more contemporary land use such as the Phil's World trail network and various county roads. The transition from the protected park lands to the agricultural and recreational areas is clear, joined by significant geological features like The Knife Edge and Lone Cone. The presence of the Morefield Campground and the Prater Ridge Trail highlights the area's role as a major destination for nature-based exploration.