2014 Map of Lower Lake Mary

About this map

Coconino National Forest defines the character of this high-elevation landscape, where the seasonal waters of Lower Lake Mary and Upper Lake Mary provide a critical hydrological focus. The settlement of Mountainaire sits on the western edge, serving as a gateway to the wooded tracts of Anderson Mesa and the deep cuts of Walnut Canyon. This 2014 survey documents a complex network of forest resources, from the recreational path of the Arizona National Scenic Trail to essential water sources like Hoxworth Springs and Babbit Spring. The terrain is marked by numerous tanks and draws, including Howard Draw and Schoolhouse Draw, reflecting a landscape managed for both timber and watershed health. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks such as Coulter Hill and Newman Canyon, which speak to the area's long history of ranching and early forest service administration.