1967 Map of Burnt Corral Canyon

About this map

Gila National Forest encompasses this landscape of deep drainages and high mesas as it appeared in the late 1960s. The area is defined by its complex network of seasonal water sources and livestock infrastructure, including numerous tanks and wells such as Windfall Mesa Well and Preacher Tank. Evidence of early 20th-century conservation and development work appears in labels like CCC Canyon and CCC Tank, while the presence of Trail End Ranch near the Gila River indicates the ongoing ranching heritage of the region. The map captures a transition in land use, showing an Indefinite Wilderness Boundary winding across high points like Jordan Mesa and North Mesa. From the distinct geological formation at Whiterocks to the various springs like House Spring and Adobe Spring, the map documents the vital water locations that supported backcountry navigation and local agriculture.