2004 Map of Diamond Butte

About this map

Ellison Mine and several scattered ranch sites anchor this portion of the Tonto National Forest in the mid-2000s. The landscape is defined by the sharp descent into the Hellsgate Wilderness, where the deep drainage of Tonto Creek meets its many tributaries, including Haigler Creek and Gordon Canyon. Cattle-raising history is evident in the prevalence of water management features like Fuller Mesa Tank and Marsh Creek Tank, supporting operations at Ellinwood Ranch and Marsh Creek Ranch. High points like Diamond Butte and Oxbow Mountain overlook a complex network of draws and ridges, including Apache Ridge and Board Cabin Draw, illustrating the rugged topography that necessitated the remote outposts of Winter Camp and various prospect sites.