1950 Map of McFadden Peak

About this map

The Sierra Ancha Experimental Forest and the vast Tonto National Forest dominate this mid-century landscape in Gila County. The topography is defined by the high elevations of McFadden Pk and Aztec Pk, where specialized sites like the Parker Creek Experiment Sta were established for forestry research. The region's mining legacy is visible at the Lucky Strike Mine and Pueblo Mine near the center of the sheet, while hospitality is represented by the Aztec Lodge and Rose Cr Lodge nestled along the canyon drainages. A network of family-named ranching operations, including the Ellison Ranch, Murphy Ranch, and P B Ranch, suggests a long-standing agricultural and livestock presence. The intricate drainage system of Cherry Creek and its many tributaries like Workman Creek and Coon Creek carve deep through the mesas and flats.