1964 Map of Boulder Mtn

About this map

The Mazatzal Mountains define the high country of this mid-1960s survey, where the rugged terrain of the Tonto National Forest meets the boundary of Gila and Maricopa counties. The settlement at Sunflower and the nearby Sunflower Campground serve as central points along the drainage of Sycamore Creek, which winds through the western portion of the map. Traces of historical land use are visible in the network of a Jeep Trail and a Pack Trail that navigate the ridges and canyons, connecting remote outposts like Boulder Bobs Cabin. Resource extraction is evidenced by the El Oso Mine and Jolene Mine in the southeast near Bull Basin, while the cattle industry's presence is marked by features such as the Diamond Ranch, Bushnell Sheep Tank, and various water tanks across Black Mesa and Round Valley.