2014 Map of Chimney Butte

About this map

Chimney Butte and a series of prominent volcanic landforms dominate this high-desert landscape within the Navajo Nation. At the time of this 2014 survey, the region remains defined by its water sources and isolated elevations, including Pyramid Butte and Castle Butte. The network of Bureau of Indian Affairs roads, such as Bia-15 and Bia-60, provides the primary access through the townships, connecting the scattered springs that sustain the area. Chandler Springs and Red Cheek Spring are critical points of interest for understanding the historical and modern reliance on groundwater in this arid terrain. Seasonal drainages like Coyote Wash and Johns Draw further illustrate the topographical character of the land, showing how water shapes the passage through the desert between the distinct buttes.