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1972 Map of Mazatzal Peak

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Mazatzal Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Mazatzal Mountains dominate this high-elevation terrain within the Tonto National Forest along the county boundaries of Yavapai, Gila, and Maricopa. This 1970s survey illustrates a landscape defined by an intricate network of remote backcountry access, including the Deadman Trail, Barnhardt Trail, and Club Ranch Trail. The presence of established sites like Chilson Camp and Windsor Camp highlights the area's history of cattle ranching and Forest Service administration.

Water sources are the primary landmarks in this arid upland, with numerous named seeps and tanks such as Castersen Seep, Y Bar Tanks, and Cedar Knoll Tanks providing vital resources. High points including Mazatzal Peak and Mt Peeley rise above complex drainage systems like Barnhardt Canyon and Shake Tree Canyon. A solitary Grave located near Deer Creek provides a poignant connection to the individuals who lived and worked in these isolated canyons.