The Central Colorado Plateau Companion

The Central Colorado Plateau Companion is a beautifully designed, map-rich digital field guide to the geologic heart of the Colorado Plateau. From the towering cliffs of Capitol Reef to the uplifted layers of the San Rafael Swell, this region reveals how broad folds, ancient deserts, buried seas, and deep basement structures shaped one of the Plateau's most iconic landscapes.

This guide breaks the region's geologic story into short, "witnesses" each with:

• A location map showing where that chapter appears in the landscape
• A concise, engaging explanation of what happened
• Photos to guide your sights
• Hyperlinks for quick navigation

You'll also get:

• A regional timeline
• A name index providing meanings of local names
• A location index linking real places to geologic moments

Whether you're planning a trip, standing at an overlook, or exploring from home, this guide helps you connect Capitol Reef, the San Rafael Swell, Goblin Valley, the Henry Mountains, and the surrounding deserts into one continuous geologic story.

Perfect for: travelers, hikers, road-trippers, teachers, families, and anyone who wants a clear, modern introduction to Colorado Plateau geology.