2021 Map of French Butte

About this map

Dilkon serves as the primary settlement hub in this high-desert landscape, where local movement is defined by routes like Indian Rte 60. The geography is dominated by a series of prominent volcanic landforms, including the distinctively named Chezhin Chotah Butte, Castle Butte, and French Butte. These landmarks provided essential orientation for generations of travelers across the Navajo Nation. Hydrology in this arid region is marked by ephemeral features such as Coyote Wash and Sunflower Butte Wash, while Echo Spring at the base of Echo Spring Mtn suggests a rare reliable water source in a landscape otherwise defined by elevation and open space. The map also captures the basin of Tode Baho Tsiquiti and the heights of Toh Cathlie Cod, illustrating the complex topography that characterizes the Painted Desert region.