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1986 Map of Chiricahua Peak

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Chiricahua Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Chiricahua Mountains terrain dominates this mid-1980s provisional survey, centered on the high elevations of the Coronado National Forest. The landscape is a network of deep drainages and prominent summits, including the namesake Chiricahua Peak and Flys Peak. Numerous water sources are documented throughout these canyons, such as Mormon Spring, Headquarters Spring, and the uniquely named Ojo Aqua Fria.

The presence of Rucker Lake and landmarks like Winn Falls suggests a landscape defined by significant elevation changes and seasonal water flow. The map traces early trails and forest service access points within the Chiricahua Wilderness, providing a precise record of the backcountry before modern digital mapping. From the Buckskin Saddle to the remote Price Canyon, the survey preserves the nomenclature of a region historically significant for its Apache history and later conservation efforts.