1974 Map of Groom Creek

About this map

The Bradshaw Mountains define this section of the Prescott National Forest, where 1970s mining claims and high-elevation settlements sit among the peaks. The legendary Senator Highway winds through the center of the sheet, connecting the communities of Groom Creek and Potato Patch with historical outposts like Palace Station. This era shows a landscape where active recreation and industrial heritage meet, featuring established youth camps such as Camp Wamatachick and Camp Maripai alongside a high density of lode mines. Prospectors and genealogists can trace the locations of family-held claims and legacy sites like the Jersey Lily Mine, the Davis Dunkirk Mine, and the Venezia site. The terrain is marked by prominent landmarks like Mt Union and Mt Tritle, while the headwaters of the Hassayampa River and Indian Creek drain the rugged interior.