2014 Map of Blue House Mountain

About this map

Blue House Mountain dominates the skyline of this high-elevation Gila County landscape, where the geography is defined by a dense network of canyons and livestock watering infrastructure. The reliance on artificial tanks across this arid terrain is evident through numerous named features like Tin House Tank, Grease Bucket Tank, and Brown Cabin Tank. Evidence of human presence beyond ranching appears at Ruins Tank and Rock House Butte, suggesting a depth of habitation near Navajo Spring. The hydrology of the region flows through deep cuts such as Sam Canyon and Hole Canyon, eventually draining toward the Salt River Draw and Cibecue Cr. Managed roads, including CO Road 4 and Bia 3, provide limited access through the townships of t7n r17e and t6n r17e, illustrating the remote character of the Arizona backcountry during the early 21st century.