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2014 Map of Jacob Lake

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Jacob Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Jacob Lake serves as a central hub within the high-altitude terrain of the Kaibab National Forest, where water management is a defining characteristic of the landscape. The distribution of numerous small-scale water features, such as RV Tank, Sorenson Tank, and Big Ridge Tank, illustrates the critical importance of localized water storage for forest management and ranching in this part of Coconino County. The topography is deeply etched by a complex system of drainage, including Le Fevre Canyon, Jacob Canyon, and Orderville Canyon, which converge and drop away from prominent landmarks like Cooper Ridge.

Outdoor navigation is marked by the Arizona National Scenic Trail, which winds through the central and southern portions of the map. Unique geologic depressions like Billy Sink and Jolly Sink highlight the karst-like drainage patterns typical of the region's limestone plateaus. Towards the south, the terrain becomes increasingly dissected near West Fork Warm Springs Canyon and East Fork Warm Springs Canyon, offering a detailed view of the watershed's transition toward the canyon systems.