2011 Map of Meteor Crater

About this map

Meteor Crater dominates the southeastern quadrant of this Coconino County landscape, providing a striking geologic focal point in the high desert. To the north, the historic corridor of Old 66 parallels the modern interstate, passing through the small settlements of Two Guns and Rimmy Jims. These locations, along with Sunshine, represent the thin string of human habitation across an otherwise arid expanse defined by complex drainage systems like Anderson Canyon, Wagon Box Draw, and Yaeger Canyon. Water management is central to the area's survival, evidenced by the Canyon Diablo Reservior and various stock tanks such as Chilson Tank and Prosperity Tank. Remote landmarks like The Rock House near Wallace Canyon further illustrate the sparse but resilient ranching and travel history of the Arizona plateau.