2014 Map of Pillars of Hercules

About this map

Pillars of Hercules stands as a landmark formation in this arid stretch of Coconino County, where the landscape is defined by the carved paths of seasonal watercourses. The broad, winding channel of Moenkopi Wash dominates the southern half of the quadrangle, while Blue Canyon cuts through the central terrain, indicating a complex drainage system that shapes the local topography. Higher elevations are marked by features such as Horse Corral Point in the northwest, providing a vertical contrast to the low-lying washes like Bitter Spring Wash. The sparse infrastructure consists primarily of bureau roads including Bia-6 and Bia-6250, which trace the high ground and plateaus between the canyons. This map captures a remote area of the Navajo Nation where the natural geological architecture remains the primary point of orientation.