2018 Map of Desert Peak

About this map

Desert Peak and the Owl Head Buttes anchor a desert landscape defined by ephemeral drainage systems and modern infrastructure along the boundary of Pinal and Pima counties. The northern reaches of Marana are visible in the south, while the Twin Hawks Airpark serves as a distinct center of activity amidst a grid of ranch-access roads. The Central Arizona Project Aqueduct cuts across the southwestern corner, marking the significant engineering effort required to bring water through this arid corridor. Local hydrology is characterized by numerous seasonal channels including Suizo Wash, Parker Wash, and Guild Wash, which funnel toward Derrio Canyon. The map details a network of named ranch roads such as S Carpenter Ranch Rd and E Red I Ranch Rd, illustrating the low-density residential and agricultural development patterns common to the region in the late 2010s.