2021 Map of Padilla Mesa

About this map

Padilla Mesa and the high plateaus of Coconino County define this arid landscape in the early 21st century. The map reveals a high-elevation environment where water sources like Red Clay Spring and the drainage of Dinnebito Wash are the primary landmarks. The terrain is characterized by massive, flat-topped formations such as No Trail Mesa, Flat Mesa, and Blue Point, which dictate the movement of travelers through the region. Transportation is limited to a sparse network of tribal routes, including Indian Rte 3, Indian Rte 9, and Indian Rte 13. These roads navigate the complex topography around Hunters Point and the overlook at Mowa'api, illustrating the enduring spatial logic of the high desert where geologic features remain the dominant markers of place.