2018 Map of Dutch Blue Creek

About this map

The Apache National Forest in Greenlee County dominates this terrain, where the Blue River carves a central path through a complex network of canyons and mesas. This high-country landscape is defined by its drainage systems, including the Dutch Blue Creek and Little Dutch Blue watersheds. Evidence of historic ranching and back-country access is preserved through numerous named springs such as Bonehead Spring and Mangrum Spring, as well as established backcountry routes like the Thomas Creek Trail and the Hu Bar road. Landmark features like Government Mesa and Alder Peak provide significant topographic relief, while smaller basins such as Salt Basin and Zuni Basin indicate the diverse geological character of the region. The map also identifies specific ranching infrastructure like the H U Bar Box and Benton Tank, marking long-standing human activity within the national forest boundaries.