2018 Map of Cherry

About this map

Cherry and Hecla occupy a high-elevation landscape within the Prescott National Forest, where the eastern slopes of the Black Hills descend toward Cherry Creek. This high-desert terrain is defined by a complex network of springs and canyons, including Wilbur Canyon and Tex Canyon. The historical footprint of mining and transit is evident in the naming of Federal Mine Rd and the significant corridor of General Crook, which traverses the southern portion of the map. These roads follow the natural contours of the land, connecting scattered water sources like Lamb Tanks and Hanks Tank. Prominent peaks such as Crater Mtn and Onion Mtn provide visual landmarks in an area dominated by deep washes like Buckbed Wash and Hackberry Wash. The map documents a rugged interior of Arizona where 19th-century military and mining routes established the foundational infrastructure for the modern forest roads.