1969 Map of Sunset Crater East

About this map

Cinder Hills and its volcanic topography dominate this landscape on the edge of the Sunset Crater National Monument. The 1960s terrain is defined by dramatic geological features such as Double Crater, Pinnacle Crater, and Stewart Crater, while the southern reaches of the quadrangle include the open expanses of Doney Park. Human activity in this volcanic field is marked by the presence of a Cinder Pit, several pipelines, and the historic Turkey Tanks. The road network is sparse, centered on Leupp Road and various jeep trails that navigate the ash-covered landscape. Water features are seasonal and distinctive, including the San Francisco Wash and a Dam near the southern border, illustrating the arid conditions of this high-altitude desert environment.