1966 Map of Cibecue Peak

About this map

The Fort Apache Indian Reservation landscape is defined by a dense network of drainages and high-elevation relief in Gila County. This mid-1960s topographic survey highlights the essential role of water management in the region, with numerous named tanks and springs peppered across the complex terrain. Significant water sources such as Jackrabbit Tank, Turkey Roost Tank, and the uniquely named Wool Cutter Spring point to the area's use for livestock or wildlife, even in the higher reaches of Cibecue Canyon. The map records a system of remote transit, including several Jeep Trails and unnamed trails that navigate the steep divides between Indian Canyon and Fox Canyon. The naming of features like Cowboy Spring and Horse Spring suggests a history of range activity and traditional land use within the reservation during the mid-twentieth century.