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2011 Map of Kingston

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Kingston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Kingston and its surrounding canyonlands appear here at a point where its deep mining history remains etched into the landscape. This region of the Gila National Forest is defined by a dense concentration of mineral claims, particularly within the Superior-North Kingston District. The map reveals a complex network of historic workings, from the Ingersoll Mine in the north to the Lady Franklin Mine and Silver King Mine closer to the settlement. These labels represent the silver-mining boom that once drove this remote mountain community.

Water management is central to the area's geography, with the Middle Percha Creek and South Percha Creek cutting through steep terrain. While the town site is the primary hub, the presence of the Kingston Campground and the Basin and Cox Ranch suggest a transition toward recreation and ranching. Genealogists and local historians can use this data to trace the specific locations of family-held claims like the Andy Johnson Mine or the Illinois Mine.