1979 Map of Matterhorn

About this map

The Matterhorn rises as a prominent landmark in this high-desert landscape, situated along the boundary of the Kaibab National Forest and Prescott National Forest. The 1970s terrain is marked by an extensive network of water management features essential for ranching and forest operations, including the Winter Camp Tank, Rock House Tank, and Bass Pond Tank. Evidence of human activity and travel is visible in the presence of the Stage Station near the Wild Steer Mesa, indicating historical transit routes through the canyon country. Resource extraction is a primary feature of the era, with numerous Quarries and a Cinder Pit scattered across the draws and washes. The map also delineates the Salt River Meridian and the county line between Yavapai and Coconino counties, providing a clear view of the administrative and natural divisions near Hell Canyon and Grindstone Wash.