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2019 Map of Ruby Canyon

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Ruby Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Ruby Canyon and the winding Colorado River dominate this desert landscape in western Colorado. The terrain is defined by deep incisions and high mesas, where the river carves through the sandstone before entering Utah. This modern survey shows a region largely preserved for recreation and wilderness, characterized by numerous natural spans including Will Minor Arch, Two Feathers Arch, and Crown Arch.

North of the river, the Grand Valley transitions into the elevated Mack Mesa, with water management evidenced by the 6 and 50 Reservoir. The map documents an extensive network of trails and unimproved roads, such as the Kokopelli Trl and various Rabbit Valley routes, which navigate around significant side drainages like Horsethief Canyon and Mee Canyon. This area serves as a critical corridor for both natural drainage and modern adventure near the state line.