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2014 Map of Boulder Mountain

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Boulder Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The settlement of Sunflower and the small pocket of Round Valley sit along the corridor of the Beeline Hwy, serving as key transit points through the high desert. This area of the Tonto National Forest is defined by sharp topographic shifts where the Mazatzal Mountains rise over the surrounding canyons. A complex network of springs and tanks, such as Bushnell Sheep Tank, O'Neil Tank, and Circle M Spring, reflects the vital water management required for ranching and wildlife in this arid environment.

Outdoor heritage is preserved via the Arizona National Scenic Trail, which winds through the eastern portion of the map, passing landmarks like Little Pine Flat and Edwards Park. Geological features are prominent, from the heights of Crabtree Butte and Cypress Peak to the deep incisions of Ballantine Canyon and Colcord Canyon. The intersection of Rincon Pass and Boulder Pass underscores the difficult passage through these uplands, providing a detailed record of the landscape as it appeared in the early 21st century.