2018 Map of Tonalea

About this map

Tonalea and the seasonal waters of Red Lake anchor this high desert landscape within the Red Lake Valley. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological markers and drainage systems, most notably the towering sandstone formations of Elephant Feet and the winding course of Porcupine Wash. This area of the Navajo Nation is crisscrossed by a network of traditional routes and modern access roads, including the historical Navajo Trl and Joe Lee Trl. The map illustrates a landscape where life follows the natural hydrology of ephemeral features like Begashibito Wash and Narrow Wash. The intricate townships and range lines, such as t34n r13e, underscore the cadastral surveying of this vast Coconino County interior during the early 21st century.