2021 Map of Chiuli Shaik

About this map

Chiuli Shaik and the smaller settlements of Pitoikam and Kahachi Miliuk anchor this landscape in the eastern foothills of the Baboquivari Mountains. The geography is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages, including Mulberry Wash, Fresnal Wash, and the prominent Baboquivari Wash, which carve through the arid terrain. The drainage patterns from Fresnal Canyon and Sycamore Canyon illustrate the complex watershed system of the Pima County desert. Notable elevations like Fresnal Hill rise above the alluvial plains, while the Foothill Truck Trl provides a glimpse into the limited backcountry transportation network of the early 21st century. This survey documents the intersection of Tohono O'odham Nation lands and the high desert environment, showing a landscape where water and topography dictate the placement of human habitation.