1999 Map of Canyon Hill

About this map

The Gila River snakes through the central portion of this area, carving deep drainages like Utah Bill Canyon and Shelley Canyon within the sprawling Gila National Forest. The landscape is defined by its complex topography, from the heights of the Pinos Altos Range and Packsaddle Ridge to the flat expanse of Slick Rock Mesa. Small-scale historical activity is evident in the western reaches, where a Grave sits near a Prospect and the Watson Can Trail. Further south, Rastus Place stands as a named human landmark amidst a network of springs and canyons. The presence of Seep Springs Gap and Goose Lake indicates the crucial role of water sources in this arid terrain, while the Gila Wilderness boundary preserves the primitive character of the northern canyons.