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2011 Map of Walhalla Plateau

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Walhalla Plateau
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Walhalla Plateau rises above the profound depths of the northeastern Grand Canyon, characterized by a complex network of high-elevation points and dramatic drainages within Grand Canyon National Park. The landscape is dominated by named geologic features like Thor Temple, Juno Temple, and Jupiter Temple, which stand as massive remnants of the canyon's erosional history. Transportation on the plateau is defined by Cape Royal Road and various fire routes, including Walhalla Glades Fire Road and Francois Matthes Point Fire Road, which provide access to significant overlooks like Roosevelt Point and Vista Encantada.

Deep within the canyon walls, water moves through rugged channels such as Lava Creek, Kwagunt Creek, and Unkar Creek. Notable landmarks include Hartman Natural Bridge and the Cheyava Falls, highlighting the intersection of desert geology and intermittent water flow. The area around Walhalla Glades and Cape Final preserves the character of this high desert environment at the start of the 21st century.