2014 Map of Estler Peak

About this map

Estler Peak rises as the central landmark in this portion of the Prescott National Forest in Yavapai County. The landscape is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages and cattle-ranching infrastructure, indicated by numerous water catchments like Metate Tank, Antelope Tank, and Hance Mesa Tank. This 2014 survey reveals a transition from the elevated Long Ridge down through deep cuts such as Government Spring Gulch and Horner Gulch. Human movement through this arid terrain follows established routes like Old Sycamore Rd and Dugas Rd, which connect the scattered water sources vital to the area's high-desert grazing history. The concentration of named springs, including Cedar Spring and Osborne Spring, highlights the critical importance of reliable water in the Arizona backcountry.