2021 Map of Sunset Crater West

About this map

Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and its surrounding volcanic landscape define this portion of the Coconino National Forest. The map documents a striking geology where the Bonita Lava Flow meets the Cinder Hills, punctuated by prominent peaks like Sunset Crater and Lenox Crater. Human presence is concentrated in residential pockets such as Lenox Park and Doney Park, while the high country features essential water sources for this arid environment, including Lockett Meadow Spring and Eighty-nine Tank. A sophisticated network of backcountry routes, such as the Arizona National Scenic Trl and Waterline Trl, provides access through Weatherford Canyon and the Interior Valley of San Francisco Mtn. This record illustrates the modern intersection of protected geological wonders and residential expansion on the fringes of the mountains.