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2017 Map of Kin Klizhin Ruins

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Kin Klizhin Ruins
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Kin Klizhin Ruins stands as a central archaeological landmark in this high-desert landscape, located just south of the Chaco Culture National Historical Park boundary. The area is defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainage systems, including the Chaco River and Ah-shi-sle-pah Wash, which carve through the arid terrain. To the east, West Mesa rises above the basin, providing a geographical anchor for the ancient sites that dot the region.

Historical accessibility is marked by routes like Kin Klizhin Road and Co RD 7748, which facilitate movement between the diverse ruins. The northern portion of the map features the Peñasco Blanco Ruins near the confluence of the Chaco Wash and Escavada Wash. This survey captures the intersection of San Juan and McKinley counties, documenting a landscape where ancient architecture and natural hydrology remain deeply intertwined.