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1973 Map of Cherry

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Cherry
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Mining operations and water sources define the eastern slopes of the Black Hills within the Prescott National Forest. The small settlement of Cherry serves as a central hub, surrounded by a high density of lode claims and workings. Notable operations include the Cherry King Mine, Sitting Bull Mine, and the Golden Idol Mine, connected by a network of steep jeep and pack trails. This pattern of land use reflects the rugged prospecting history of Yavapai County, where individual claims were often established near vital water points like Cherry Creek and Willow Spring.

South of the mining district, the landscape shifts toward public recreation and natural landmarks. The Powell Springs Campground sits near the base of Crater Mtn, while the southern reaches of the map show early infrastructure development, including a proposed location for road expansion and sections under construction. Numerous family-named tanks and springs, such as Lamb Tank and Lyon Spring, dot the canyons, marking the critical water management necessary for both mining and ranching in this arid terrain.