1964 Map of Daisy Mountain

About this map

Daisy Mountain and the New River Mountains anchor this arid landscape within the Tonto National Forest in the mid-1960s. The map captures a transition between high desert peaks and the water-dependent ranching and mining sites scattered throughout the rugged terrain. Local industry and activity are evident at the Daisy Mine, while several Ruins and the Sharman Landing Strip suggest changing land use over time. Grounded in a complex network of pack trails and jeep trails, the area relies heavily on remote water sources such as Moore Well, Skunk Creek, and the seasonally significant New River. Small outposts like Tee Ranch and Wranglers Roost stand as markers of human habitation in a region defined by its prominent landforms, including Gavilan Pk and the wide Mesa to the east.