1972 Map of Kehl Ridge

About this map

The dramatic precipice of the Mogollon Rim serves as the dominant geographical divide in this 1970s survey, separating the high plateaus of the Coconino National Forest from the lower canyons of the Tonto National Forest. Settlement in this challenging landscape is sparse, marked by outposts such as General Springs Cabin and the small residential footprint of Washington Park. The area serves as a significant recreational and resource hub, evidenced by the presence of Camp Geronimo and Kehl Campground. Water management and natural springs are vital to the region, with the Verde River winding through the eastern portion of the sheet and numerous named water sources like Pieper Hatchery Spring and Lee Johnson Spring punctuating the ridges. High-altitude lakes like Potato Lake and a network of primitive routes including the Highline Trail (Pack) illustrate the land use patterns of central Arizona's rim country.