2018 Map of Chevelon Butte

About this map

Chevelon Butte rises from the high desert of Coconino County, serving as the central landmark for this arid landscape near the Coconino and Navajo County boundary. The terrain is marked by deep incisions from Chevelon Canyon and its tributaries, including W Chevelon Cr and West Chevelon Canyon. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape largely managed for conservation and ranching, with the southern portion dedicated to the Sitgreaves National Forest. Human presence is evidenced primarily by water infrastructure necessary for livestock and wildlife in the high country, including Babbitt Tank, Mormon Tank, and the Babbitt Water Catchment. Family-named landmarks such as Babbit Winter, Tillman Draw, and Lower Tillman suggest the long-standing ranching history that has shaped the land's usage.