2018 Map of Cat Mountain

About this map

Tucson spreads westward across the valley floor toward the foothills of the Tucson Mountains in this modern topographic study. The landscape is defined by its dramatic transition from urban residential grids in Drexel Heights and Valencia West to the sharp relief of landmarks like Tumamoc Hill and Golden Gate Mtn. Critical infrastructure is visible throughout the area, notably the Central Arizona Project Aqueduct cutting across the desert floor and the W Br Santa Cruz River tracing the eastern edge. For local history enthusiasts, the map provides a contemporary view of the Pima Community College - West Campus and the extensive recreational trail network through Robles Pass and Gates Pass. The contrast between established neighborhoods and the preserved desert mountain peaks illustrates the modern geography of the Avra Valley region.