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1999 Map of Canyon Creek Mountains

Name: 1999 Topographic Map of Canyon Creek Mountains
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Hulse Ranch and Double Springs Ranch are notable human landmarks in this high-elevation landscape within the Gila National Forest. The topography is defined by the Canyon Creek Mountains and prominent peaks like East Elk Mountain, intersected by a network of drainage systems including Ten Cow Canyon and Indian Creek Canyon.

Survival in this arid environment is recorded through a high density of water management features, ranging from natural sources like Little Turkey Spring to man-made improvements such as Prospector Tank, Indian Creek Well, and the Gillette Tanks. The transition into protected lands is clearly marked, with the Gila Wilderness and Black Range Wilderness occupying the southern reaches of the quadrangle. Transportation is limited to a few rugged routes, most notably the Loco Mountain Road and various 4WD tracks.