1946 Map of Antelope Peak

About this map

Antelope Peak stands as a prominent landmark in this 1946 survey of the arid borderlands between Maricopa and Pinal counties. The landscape is defined by the sharp elevations of the Table Top Mountains, including the high point at Table Top, and the expansive Hidden Valley to the north. This mid-century view documents the indigenous lands of the Maricopa Indian Reservation and the Papago Indian Reservation before significant modern development altered the drainage patterns of the desert floor. The intermittent flow of Vekol Wash dictates the placement of scattered water sources, indicated by various wells and tanks that supported ranching and transit through this desert corridor. The path of Route 84 provides the primary artery through the southern valley, connecting the isolated summits like Indian Butte and Papago Butte to the broader regional network.