Datil

The Datil section is a region within the Colorado Plateau in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona and New Mexico. This area is characterized by mesas and valleys, and notable for its volcanic features, such as lava flows and volcanic necks. The Colorado Plateau itself is a vast physiographic province covering about 130,000 square miles across Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. It is known for its dramatic landscapes carved by the Colorado River system, including deep canyons like the Grand Canyon. The term "datil" can also refer to certain plants, like a South American palm or a Mexican yucca, used for making baskets and hats.12