The High Plateaus Companion

The High Plateaus Companion is a beautifully designed, map‑rich digital field guide that helps you understand one of the Colorado Plateau’s most dramatic and least understood regions through clear storytelling, simple visuals, and a step‑by‑step journey through deep time.

The High Plateaus mark the Plateau’s rising, fractured outer edge, a landscape shaped by ancient mountain building, giant lakes, explosive volcanism, and the creation of Bryce Canyon’s world‑famous hoodoos. This guide breaks that complex story into twelve short “witnesses,” each with:

• A location map showing where that chapter appears in the landscape
• A concise, engaging explanation of what happened
• Photos that help you see the story behind the scenery
• Hyperlinks for quick navigation

You’ll also get:

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

Whether you’re planning a trip, standing at an overlook, or exploring from home, this guide helps you see the canyon’s story not just its scenery.

Perfect for: travelers, hikers, road‑trippers, teachers, families, and anyone who wants a clear, modern introduction to Grand Canyon geology.