1969 Map of Roden Crater

About this map

Woodhouse Mesa and the volcanic landforms of north-central Arizona dominate this late 1960s survey, which includes the northeastern corner of Wupatki National Monument. The landscape is defined by its drainage patterns and isolated water sources, including Peshlaki Spring and Coyote Spring in the northwest, and Little Roden Spring tucked into the complex topography near the center. The eponymous Roden Crater stands out as a distinct geological feature on the eastern edge of the quadrangle. Sparse human presence is evidenced primarily by several Ruins and scattered Water Tanks, alongside a network of Jeep Trails that traverse the arid terrain. The map captures the area's physical geography through a series of washes, such as Kana a Wash, Stone House Wash, and Little Roden Wash, which underscore the region's relationship with seasonal water flow.