2018 Map of Whitmore Rapids

About this map

The Colorado River cuts deeply through the high desert of northern Arizona, defining the boundary between Mohave Co Coconino Co. This reach is characterized by the formidable Whitmore Rapids, a significant river feature situated at the southern terminus of Whitmore Canyon. The landscape transitions from the protected lands of Grand Canyon National Park in the southeast to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the west. On the higher plateaus, the terrain is marked by the Uinkaret Mountains and natural drainage systems like Whitmore Wash. Isolated water sources such as Cane Spring and the Sage Flat Reservoir represent critical landmarks in this arid environment, while named topographical features like Paws Pocket and The Cove provide reference points in the vast canyon country.