2011 Map of Adamana

About this map

Adamana serves as a focal point in this landscape where the Puerco River meets a network of arroyos and washes. The geography is defined by geological formations and archaeological sites, including the ancient stone structures of Puerco Pueblo and the petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock. To the south, the Petrified Forest HWY provides access to distinct erosion features like The Tepees, The Haystacks, and Blue Mesa. This area is shaped by a high-desert drainage system, where Ninemile Wash and Dry Creek cross the terrain. Human presence is sparse, marked by the small settlement of Paulcell Place and a few ranch roads such as Cattleman RD. Notable natural crossings and formations like Agate Bridge and the First Forest demonstrate the unique concentration of fossilized wood and ancient history preserved in this corner of Apache County.