1953 Map of Pastora Peak

About this map

The Carrizo Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape of the Navajo Indian Reservation, where the borders of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado converge. During this mid-century period, the settlement of Teec Nos Pas serves as a local hub, featuring a Trading Post, a Landing Strip, and the Carrizo Mission Sch. The terrain is defined by deep drainages like Toh Chin Lini Canyon and elevated landmarks such as Pastora Pk and Zlibetod Peak. The map documents a sparsely populated region reliant on water sources like Twin Falls and the San Juan River at the northern edge. Evidence of activity in the backcountry appears through labels for a prospect and the remote settlement of Bitlabito near the state line, illustrating the intersection of traditional land use and early infrastructure.