2018 Map of Joes Hill

About this map

Perry Mesa and its high desert plateau define this region of Yavapai County, where deep incisions like Baby Canyon and Lousy Canyon cut through the volcanic landscape. The Aqua Fria River winds along the western edge, serving as a primary drainage for the area. This 2018 survey reveals an environment structured around water management for livestock, indicated by the numerous catchment points such as Pipe Tank, Joes Tank, and Batt Tank scattered across the mesa tops. The southern portion of the map encompasses a section of the Tonto National Forest, where the terrain drops away into the Larry Cr drainage. Significant local routes like Bloody Basin Rd and Badger Springs Rd provide access to this isolated landscape, which remains largely defined by its natural topography and early ranching infrastructure rather than modern development.