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2018 Map of Rock Canyon

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Rock Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Hurricane Cliffs dominate this arid section of Mohave County, forming a massive geological break that divides the landscape into distinct elevations. The 2018 survey reveals a terrain defined by dramatic vertical relief, where Rock Canyon and Cottonwood Canyon cut deeply through the escarpment. Historically significant pathways like Honeymoon Trail Rd traverse the northern reaches, following a route used by late 19th-century travelers.

Water sources are scarce but vital in this desert environment, marked by the presence of Sand Spring, Coyote Spring, and Ruesch Spring. These perennial points contrast with the expansive drainage networks of Fort Pearce Wash and Hurricane Wash, which channel seasonal runoff through the canyons. This map is an essential reference for understanding the hydrological and topographic challenges faced by early settlers and travelers in the Arizona strip.