2012 Map of Helvetia

About this map

Helvetia and the southern reaches of the Santa Rita Mountains define this arid landscape, which in the early 21st century remains marked by historical mining and ranching footprints. The map centers on the high desert terrain surrounding Castle Dome and Huerfano Butte, where a complex network of forest roads like S Helvetia Rd and Road 485 connect scattered landmarks. Local history is anchored by the Helvetia Cem and the Santa Rita Ranch, while the southeastern corner shows the road toward Greaterville. The landscape is deeply dissected by drainages including Box Canyon Wash and Sawmill Canyon Wash, which lead into rugged features like Florida Canyon and Sycamore Canyon. Numerous water sources such as Paja Verde Spring and Chavez Spring dot the mountain slopes, indicating the vital importance of these points in a dry environment.