2021 Map of Greenback Creek

About this map

Tonto National Forest lands dominate this corner of Gila County, where the desert landscape meets the high ridges of the Sierra Ancha. The map centers on the drainages feeding the Roosevelt Lake area, primarily Tonto Creek and Greenback Creek. High elevations are marked by prominent summits like Boneyback Peak and Methodist Mtn, while lower plateaus such as Cline Mesa and Methodist Mesa suggest the traditional grazing and ranching patterns of the region. Local water sources, crucial for survival in this arid environment, are meticulously noted, including Edwards Spring, Panther Spring, and the artificial Greenback Tank. Near the southern edge, Tonto Basin and Indian Point overlook the riparian corridor, providing a detailed look at the trail systems like the Lost Goldmine Trl that navigate the difficult terrain of Devils Canyon.