1981 Map of Crater Canyon

About this map

The Hualapai Indian Reservation defines the western landscape of this 1981 Coconino County study, where the plateau drops sharply into the expansive Aubrey Valley. The environment is characterized by its vital water management infrastructure, essential for ranching and survival in this arid territory. Man-made catchments like Jake McCain Tank, Trible Tank, and Crater Tank are scattered across the valley floor, alongside the Indian Well near Stonys Cabin. To the east, the dramatic Aubrey Cliffs rise as a formidable natural barrier, carved by the deep incision of Crater Canyon. Evidence of land use is found in several Gravel Pit and Borrow Pit sites, while old Corral placements suggest a history of seasonal grazing and livestock movement between the valley and the surrounding high country.