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2021 Map of Hay Lake

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Hay Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Coconino National Forest defines the character of this high-elevation landscape, where a sophisticated network of water management features supports life across the arid terrain. The ephemeral Hay Lake and Daze Lake are joined by an extensive system of man-made improvements, including the Chilson Canal and dozens of named stock tanks such as Thistle Tank, Woods Tank, and Fourteen Tank. These features indicate the region's historical and ongoing reliance on ranching and water conservation.

Outdoor recreation and passage are central to the area's modern identity, most notably marked by the Arizona National Scenic Trl cutting across the southwestern quadrant. Geologic features like the deep incisions of Jacks Canyon and Yellow Jacket Draw provide natural landmarks, while named locations such as Reata Pass and trails like the Freight Trail Tank suggest the routes taken by early travelers and forest rangers alike.