2011 Map of Chimney Butte

About this map

Chimney Butte and its namesake Chimney Butte Spring anchor this high-desert landscape in Navajo County. The area is defined by a network of designated routes, including Indian Rte-15 and Indian Rte-60, which connect isolated water sources and topographic landmarks across the reservation. Prominent geological formations such as Pyramid Butte and the distinctive Castle Butte serve as natural navigational markers in an area where water is the most critical resource. Several localized water points like Coyote Spring and Red Cheek Spring, found near Red Cheek Butte, illustrate the traditional importance of these sites for survival and navigation in the arid terrain. The intricate web of roads, such as Chandler Spring Rd and Indian Rte-9856, reveals how modern transit patterns still follow the contours of the land and the location of these essential springs.