2011 Map of Shonto NW

About this map

Shonto Plateau dominates this high-altitude landscape in the Navajo Nation, defined by a complex network of canyons and washes that reveal the region's geological character. In the early 21st century, this area remains characterized by its drainage systems and ephemeral water sources, such as Cliff Spring Canyon and Geshi Canyon. The presence of Adadkā Spring and Sand Spring suggests the vital importance of natural water points in this arid environment. Transportation through this part of Navajo County is facilitated by several numbered tribal routes, including Indian Rte-16 and Indian Rte-6310, which connect the high plateaus with drainage basins like Last End Wash. The map illustrates the sparse, high-desert infrastructure common to this portion of northern Arizona.