2023 Map of Arnold Mesa

About this map

Cedar Mill and the expansive drainage of Cienega Creek anchor this high-desert landscape in the central Arizona uplands. The terrain is characterized by a series of prominent plateaus and seasonal water catchments, including Arnold Mesa, Yellow Jacket Mesa, and Marlow Mesa. These elevated features are separated by deep-cut geographic markers such as Arnold Canyon and Reimer Draw, illustrating the complex erosion patterns of the region. The map details a sophisticated network of stock tanks, such as Box T Tank, Wells Spring, and Hog Basin Tank, which were vital for managing livestock across the arid ranges of the Prescott National Forest and the protected Cedar Bench Wilderness. Peaks like Reimer Peak and Porcupine Mtn provide essential topographic reference points for this sparsely settled ranching and wilderness area.