2021 Map of Dendora Valley

About this map

The Dendora Valley landscape is defined by the sharp transition between the arid desert floor and the surrounding peaks of the Gila Bend Mountains and Painted Rock Mountains. Central to the geography is the Gila River, which flows through the Gila River Canyon before entering the Painted Rock Reservoir in the eastern portion of the quadrangle. This area in Maricopa County reflects a network of desert drainages including Loudermilk Wash, Yellow Medicine Wash, and Woolsey Wash, which carve through the valley during seasonal rains. A modest grid of rural roads, such as Poco Dinero Rd and Painted Rock Dam Rd, provides access to the agricultural and recreational lands near the river. The map also identifies local landmarks like Rocky Point, situated near the intersection of several desert tracks.