1886 Map of Tusayan

Further south, the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad follows the path of the Little Colorado River, creating a corridor of burgeoning settlement. This includes early establishments like Brigham City, Sunset, and Winslow. The proximity of these rail-side towns to the ancient mesa villages highlights the shift from traditional trade routes toward the industrial logistics of the late 1800s. Vital water sources like Jetty-to Spring and Mal Pais Spring are also noted, serving as essential landmarks for travel between the mesas and the rail line.