So true Owen, do recognize this area ?I think Lidar would be helpful. The images are like topo maps, but have better definition when it comes to small changes in elevation under tree cover. There's a thread about it right now on this same forum. It can defenitely be helpful to see old benches up above the river that have vegetation on them now.
So true Owen, do recognize this area ? View attachment 1673768
I wonder why. LOLYou know that's the first place I looked when that link got posted
I've been scanning over USGS 7.5 minute topo maps, looking for old, now dry riverbeds. I ain't really found much.
Anyone got any pointers on locating them? How would you do it?
Lidar maps are another great tool for us to use, pic 1 and 2 are of the same area, google earth and lidar Topo maps lack definition and detail.I hunted around for a while for Michigan area Lidar maps but did not find any that I really liked. You might have better luck but even without them if you know what to look for you can see the ancient river beds on topographical map. You might have the best luck if you look on the inside bends just like you would in a regular river. I am admittedly still a n00b at prospecting but others here might be able to confirm or refute this.