2018 Map of Wilson Mountain

About this map

Sedona and West Sedona anchor the southern edge of this survey, where the suburban grid meets the complex geology of the Coconino National Forest. The landscape is defined by massive sandstone formations and named promontories, including the iconic Steamboat Rock and Coffeepot Rock. A dense network of modern recreational trails and fire roads, such as the Chuckwagon and Jim Thompson routes, wind through the canyons and over high mesas like Brins Mesa. Natural landmarks and geological curiosities are mapped in detail, ranging from the Fay Canyon Arch and Vultee Arch to the prominent heights of Wilson Mountain and Secret Mountain. The drainage patterns of Oak Creek and Dry Creek illustrate the hydrologic forces that shaped this transition from the high plateau down toward the Verde Valley.