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2014 Map of Knoll Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Mogollon Rim escarpment marks a dramatic geological boundary on this survey, separating the Mogollon Plateau from the descending canyons of the Tonto National Forest. This high-altitude landscape is defined by its complex drainage systems, where Turkey Cr and Leonard Canyon carve through the terrain. Significant water resources like Knoll Lake and Bear Canyon Lake are centerpiece features, surrounded by a network of smaller tanks and springs such as Double Cabin Spring and Whiskey Springs that supported both wildlife and livestock in this forest environment.

Evidence of early movement and land use is visible in named crossings and ridges. From Mule Crossing to the remote Campo Bonito, the map traces a geography of high ridges like Knoll Ridge and Gentry Ridge. The intersection of Coconino National Forest and Sitgreaves National Forest along the Coconino and Gila county line highlights the region's managed wilderness character, navigated by historic routes like Rim Rd and Limestone Rd.