1988 Map of Driftwood Canyon

About this map

Havasupai Indian Reservation land dominates the northern portion of this Coconino County terrain, characterized by the deep incisions of Hualapai Canyon and Driftwood Canyon. This 1988 provisional survey provides a precise look at a landscape defined by its scarce water resources and dramatic verticality. The reliance on localized water catchments is evident in the naming of features such as Twin Tanks and Kaufman Tanks, which served as vital points in an arid environment. To the southeast, the topography descends into Disquiba Canyon and follows the course of Twin Tank Draw. The map is a study of isolation and elevation, showing the intricate network of trails and unimproved roads that navigate the plateau above the canyons, reflecting the geographic reality of this part of the Colorado Plateau in the late 1980s.