2018 Map of Ringbolt Rapids

About this map

The Colorado River carves through the dramatic geology of the Lake-Mead National Recreation Area on this 2018 survey of the borderlands between Nevada and Arizona. This map details the river's path through Black Canyon, highlighting the complex network of geothermal features and drainages that define the local topography. Hikers and boaters can trace the Black Canyon National Water Trail (Water) alongside several remote springs such as Ringbolt Hot Spring and Lost Man Hot Spring. The landscape is dominated by the Eldorado Mountains and the arid reaches of the Mojave Desert, where rugged washes like Cranes Nest Wash lead toward the river's edge. Notable natural landmarks including Liberty Bell Arch and White Rock Canyon emphasize the extreme elevation changes between the riverbank and the high desert plateaus.