2023 Map of Moses Rock

About this map

Chinle Creek provides the primary drainage through this desert landscape in San Juan County, winding through a complex system of plateaus and canyons. The terrain is defined by the prominent Garnet Ridge in the southwest and the elevated Nokaito Bench to the east. These geological features dictate the path of local travel, including CO RD 491 - Poncho House, which skirts the western hills. The southern reaches of the map include the distinctive Hosteen Tso Canyon, where the topography drops sharply away from the surrounding flats. This 2023 U.S. Geological Survey production illustrates a contemporary look at the sparse road network, featuring routes like Co Rd 449 and Co RD 415 that cross the high desert floor between major landforms.