2017 Map of Moses Rock

About this map

Chinle Creek carves a winding path through this high desert landscape, defining the topography of the Shiprock Agency region. The map reveals a dramatic series of geological formations, most notably the prominent Moses Rock and the elevated expanse of Nokaito Bench. These features are tied together by a network of local routes such as Co Rd 415 and Canyon Dr, which navigate the elevation changes between the creek bed and the surrounding plateaus. To the south, Garnet Ridge rises above the deep incision of Hosteen Tso Canyon, illustrating the intense erosion characteristic of the Four Corners area. The inclusion of C R 491 - Poncho House suggests the intersection of modern roadway management with significant archaeological sites, providing a spatial record of the region's long-standing human presence among these distinct landforms.