USGS Map Catalog: National Parks and Monuments

USGS Map Catalog: National Parks and Monuments

USGS maps illustrating national parks, monuments, and wildlife areas. Click on any of the map titles or images below for more detail [some images are up to 10MB, some in PDF format, obtain Adobe Acrobat Reader at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html].

	Geologic Map of Colorado National Monument and Adjacent County, Colorado- -The Colorado National Monument map, by Robert B. Scott, Anne E. Harding, William C. Hood, Rex D. Cole, Richard F. Livaccari, James B. Johnson, Ralph R. Shroba, and Robert P. Dickerson, is an excellent means to explore this area of sandstone cliffs and Western Colorado ecosystems. This map includes a large explanatory pamphlet, photographs, and the geologic map itself. Map scale 1:24,000. Product ID Number I-2740
	Crater Lake Revealed--In the Cascade Range of southern Oregon, volcanic peaks, evergreen forests, and Crater Lake's incredibly blue water are Crater Lake National Park's main attractions to more than 500,000 visitors each year. This poster shows a panoramic view of the lake in the top photograph and below a digital perspective of the lake floor. A description of the geologic history and formation of Crater Lake make this great for the classroom wall. Prepared in cooperation with the National Park Service, this poster measures 37"x25". Product ID Number 114949
	Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, New Mexico- -The Mogollon People may not have been aware how the caves they inhabited 1000 years ago were formed, but scientists from the USGS and the National Park Service have described the process on this map. "Stream action" and "spring sapping" excavated the caves which later housed the Gila Cliff Dwellings, located near Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. This poster describes in detail how these two natural erosion processes carved through layers of the canyon walls to create the caves seen today at this national monument. The poster measures 24"x31.5". Product ID Number 112312
	Geologic Map of Rocky Mountain National Park and Vicinity, Colorado --Sheet one of the Geologic Map of Rocky Mountain National Park shows the geologic make-up of the entire park, plus a descriptive legend. The map has a scale of 1:50,000 and measures 55"x41.5". Sheet two is a geologic cross section of the park and measures 30"x23". Both maps fold up for easy storage in a convenient envelope. Product ID Number 28142
	Grand Canyon National Monument, Arizona- -Before the Grand Canyon became a national park in 1919, a section in the northwest corner of the park was first designated a National Monument in 1908. This topographic flat map is made of a water- and tear-resistant paper and is ideal for framing. The map scale is 1:48,000 and measures 44"x34". Product ID Number 43077
	Grand Canyon National Park Geologic Map, Arizona--A large topographic map and legend display in color the geologic layers of the Grand Canyon. Historic photographs and drawings highlight interesting facts and a 15-page pamphlet describes geologic setting and structural geology with sections on surficial deposits, volcanic deposits, and Mesozoic and Paleozoic sedimentary rocks. Use this map to teach and learn about the landforms, geology, and other physical features of the national park. Map scale is 1:100,000 and measures 58"x41". Product ID Number 28860
	Grand Canyon National Park and Vicinity - Shaded Relief, Arizona- -Designated the seventeenth national park on February 26, 1919, the Grand Canyon's rugged terrain is well illustrated on this shaded relief map showing park boundaries, the North and South Rims, roads, hiking trails and the Colorado River. The flat shaded relief map is ideal for framing. Map scale is 1:62,500 and measures 59.5"x37.5". Product ID Number 41017
	Grand Canyon National Park and Vicinity - Topo, Arizona--Designated the seventeenth national park on February 26, 1919, the Grand Canyon is well illustrated on this topographic map showing park boundaries, the North and South Rims, roads, hiking trails and the Colorado River. Available in two versions; a flat topographic map water- and tear-resistant perfect for framing and a folded topographic water- and tear-resistant map for the car or backpack. Use this map to teach and learn about the landforms and other physical features of the national park. Map scale is 1:62,500 and measures 59.5"x37.5". Product ID Number 41016 - Flat topographic, tear and water resistant Product ID Number 43098 - Folded topographic, tear and water resistant
	Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado--Trail Ridge Road, the highest, continuous road in the United States winds through some of Colorado's most beautiful mountain scenery as depicted on this topographic map of Rocky Mountain National Park. Roads, jeep trails, hiking trails, campgrounds, and points of interest are shown on this folded map made of a water- and tear-resistant paper. On the reverse side the geologic history of the park is told, along with color photographs of various areas in the park and a topographic map of Longs Peak and vicinity. Use this map to teach and learn about the landforms and other physical features of the national park. Map scale is 1:50,000 and measures 41.5"x41.5". Product ID Number 49818
	Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming-Montana-Idaho - Shaded Relief--With the same area of coverage and features as the topographic map of Yellowstone National Park, this shaded relief version makes it easy to recognize and appreciate the park's mountain ranges, peaks and valleys. Use this map to teach and learn about the landforms and other physical features of the national park. This flat paper map is ideal for framing. Map scale is 1:125,000 and measures 37"x41". Product ID Number 111044
	Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming - Montana - Idaho - Topographic Map--A colorful topographic map of Yellowstone National Park showing roads, hiking trails, campgrounds, along with the names of mountain ranges, peaks, lakes and streams. This folded plastic version made of a water- and tear-resistant paper is ideal for your car or backpack. Plan your trip to see Old Faithful now. Map scale is 1:125,000 and measures 36.5"x41". Product ID Number 111486