2021 Map of Agua Caliente Hill

About this map

Tanque Verde sits at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, marking a transition from residential developments to the protected wildlands of the Coronado National Forest. This 2021 survey illustrates a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes, from the alluvial fans of Agua Caliente Wash to the prominent heights of Agua Caliente Hill and Airmen Peak. The map records a complex network of canyons and ridges, including Bear Canyon and La Milagrosa Canyon, which are navigated by segments of the Arizona National Scenic Trl. Historically significant water sources and drainage features like Sycamore Reservoir, Agua Caliente Spring, and the dramatic Tanque Verde Falls highlight the importance of hydrology in this arid region. The presence of numerous stock tanks with colorful local names, such as Old Grandad Tank and Jack Daniels Tank, hints at the area's grazing history and rural character.