1972 Map of Kennedy Peak

About this map

China Peak Observatory stands as a focal point in this high-elevation landscape of the Coronado National Forest, situated north of the summit of China Peak. This 1970s survey captures a transition in land use, where scientific observation and remote infrastructure like the Landing Field meet the traditional ranching and backcountry heritage of Graham County. To the south, the Galiuro Wilderness encompasses high points such as Rockhouse Peak and Kennedy Peak, while localized sites like Powers Garden and Deer Creek Ranch indicate the sparse but established human presence in these canyons. The terrain is defined by a complex network of drainages including Rattlesnake Creek and Oak Creek, supported by numerous water sources like Oak Spring and Powers Garden Spring that were vital for sustaining the remote outposts and livestock throughout the mountain range.