2014 Map of Nazlini

About this map

Nazlini anchors this landscape in the heart of the Navajo Nation, where the settlement is defined by the winding course of Nazlini Creek. The terrain is characterized by a series of high-altitude landmarks, including the prominent Gray Mtn and the flat-topped Rock Mesa. In the lower elevations, the drainage network is extensive, featuring Tah-alth-cheed Wash and Tse Deeshzhaai Wash cutting through the high desert floor. The transition into Nazlini Canyon reveals the dramatic vertical relief of the region, while the presence of Tsegito Spring provides a rare localized water source in this arid environment. Transportation through this remote section of Apache County is primarily facilitated by Bureau of Indian Affairs routes like Bia-27 and utility corridors such as Gas Pipeline Rd, which trace the contours of the mesas and canyons.