2011 Map of Chevelon Butte

About this map

Chevelon Butte stands as the primary landmark in this high-desert ranching landscape of Northern Arizona. This region is characterized by extensive water management systems essential for livestock, including the Babbitt Water Catchment and a series of reservoirs like Babbitt Tank, Broken Tank, and Mormon Tank. The presence of the Babbit Winter Ranch and Babbit Winter settlements underscores the area's history of seasonal cattle ranching and the influence of the Babbitt family. The terrain is marked by seasonal drainage patterns, most notably West Chevelon Creek and Tillman Draw, which converge near Lower Tillman. Historic travel routes, such as the Heber-Mormon Crossing Rd, suggest early pioneer movement through the Coconino plateau, while the isolated Big Windmill serves as a lone marker of modern utility in the open country.