2014 Map of Cherry

About this map

Cherry and Hecla occupy the high, arid basins of the Black Hills, where the transition from high desert to pine-dotted slopes defines the landscape within the Prescott National Forest. This 2014 survey captures a terrain deeply carved by ephemeral drainages such as Cherry Cr, Ash Cr, and Hackberry Wash. The distribution of water sources like Logan Mine Spring, Balky Spring, and Hanks Tank illustrates the vital infrastructure required for ranching and mining in this part of Yavapai County. The mapping of State Hwy 169 crossing the southern portion of the sheet provides context for modern access to these long-established Arizona settlements. Prominent peaks, including Crater Mtn and Onion Mtn, dominate the central horizon, marking the rugged divide between the canyons and the high mesa flats.