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2010 Map of Chuska Peak

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Chuska Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Chuska Mountains terrain dominates this high-altitude landscape, characterized by a complex network of seasonal washes and perennial springs. The high ground is marked by prominent landmarks such as Chuska Peak in the south and the Tohatchi Lookout further west. Strategic passages like Antelope Pass and the steep Deza Bluffs define the movement across this part of the Navajo Nation.

Hydrological features are central to the geography here, with several named springs providing critical water points, including Manuelito Spring, Cold Water Spring, and Pine Spring. Significant drainage systems like Red Willow Wash and Whiskey Creek flow through the valleys, while upland basins hold bodies of water such as Whiskey Lake and Long Lake. The infrastructure is primarily defined by the Navajo Service Route 30 and Navajo Service Route 31, which provide the primary access through this remote territory.