1965 Map of Casner Butte

About this map

Coconino National Forest dominates this mid-1960s survey, defined by the deep incisions of Wet Beaver Creek and Walker Creek. The map documents a specific era of land use where ranching and early outdoor recreation meet, evidenced by the proximity of Beaver Creek Ranch and Soda Spring Ranch to the Beaver Creek Campground. Local history is anchored at the Beaver Creek Ranger Sta and the river crossing at Lawrence Crossing. The terrain is characterized by massive landforms like White Mesa and Casner Butte, while the reliance on scarce water sources is seen in the dense network of tanks such as Watermelon Tank and John Henry Tank. For those tracing the geography of Yavapai County, the sheet preserves a network of primitive routes including the Blue Grade Road and Walker (Pack) Trail.