2018 Map of Mud Spring

About this map

Beautiful Valley dominates the central landscape of this Apache County region, where the high desert is carved by a complex network of seasonal drainages. In the north, the Chinle Municipal Airport serves as a modern touchpoint amidst a terrain defined by deep topographic relief and significant geological features. The hydrology of the area is governed by several major washes, including Tiis Nditsooi Wash, Nazlini Wash, and Tse Deeshhaai Wash, which illustrate the natural paths of water across this arid expanse. Named canyons such as Three Turkey Canyon and Little White House Canyon highlight the erosional history of the plateaus. Transportation through this remote stretch is marked by a series of tribal routes, notably Indian Rte 27 and Rte 8071, which connect localized landmarks like Flat Rock and the namesake Mud Spring.