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1962 Map of Bryce Mountain

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Bryce Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The San Carlos Indian Reservation occupies the center of this 1962 survey, revealing a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and vital water sources. High points like Bryce Mountain and Elevator Mountain loom over complex drainages, including Deadman Canyon and Midnight Canyon. The map documents early human presence through labels for Cliff Dwellings and a Cliff Dwelling located near the headwaters of seasonal washes.

Functional infrastructure of the era is evident in the remote Park Creek Cabins, Bryce Horse Camp, and several hunter or rancher outposts like Bonita Camp. The dependency on groundwater in this arid environment is clear from the dozens of named springs and tanks, such as Rose Garden Spring, Maverick Spring, and Boiling Spring. A small Quarry in the southwest corner and the presence of Toppys Cave further highlight the varied geological and cultural interests found across these ridges.