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2022 Map of Ruby Canyon

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Ruby Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Colorado River carves a deep, winding path through this corner of the Grand Valley, defining a landscape of high desert drainage and dramatic geology. The river's course creates distinct riparian zones such as Crow Bottom and Moore Bottom, while the surrounding plateaus are incised by steep-walled features like Horsethief Canyon and the namesake Ruby Canyon. The upland terrain is characterized by a dense network of recreational routes, including the Kokopelli Trl and various family-named trails like Rabbit's Ear Trl.

Geological landmarks are particularly dense in the southern portion of the map, where natural spans like Will Minor Arch, Two Feathers Arch, and Tubloc Arch are identified. The area serves as a primary corridor for travel and water management, evidenced by the path of Old 6 And 50 and the 6 and 50 Reservoir to the north. These features reflect the dual nature of the region as both a rugged wilderness and a managed western resource basin.