1996 Map of Gillespie Mountain

About this map

Gillespie Mountain anchors the high ground in this arid Graham County landscape, where the Coronado National Forest boundary meets ranching land. The map reveals a network of canyons and drainages, most notably Dutch Henry Canyon and Rightland Can, cutting through the western slopes. Evidence of land use is centered on the P Ranch and the locality of Van Gausig, while numerous Water Tanks are scattered throughout the draws to support livestock in this dry environment. The presence of Stockton Pass suggests a vital natural route through the foothills, connecting the seasonal drainages of Oak Draw and Tanque Draw to the lower basins. This 1996 imagery update provides a clear view of the sparse settlement patterns and water-management infrastructure characteristic of Arizona's high desert ranges.