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2017 Map of Canyon Creek Mountains

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Canyon Creek Mountains
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Gila National Forest high country is defined by an intricate network of drainage canyons and water tanks throughout the Canyon Creek Mountains. This 2017 survey shows a landscape heavily managed for water resources, with dozens of named collection points such as Gillette Tanks, Tincan Tank, and University Tank scattered across the terrain. These features, along with the numerous canyons like Houghton Canyon and Christie Canyon, illustrate the critical importance of water management in this arid southwestern environment.

Loco Mountain Rd provides the primary traverse through the southern half of the quadrangle, passing below Stovepipe Mesa and through the Elk Mountains. The map identifies localized landmarks like Cooney Point and Pine Canyon, providing a detailed look at the topography before the steep descent into Ten Cow Canyon. This area remains largely undeveloped, characterized by its reliance on natural and man-made tanks to support life in the high desert.