1971 Map of Milk Canyon

About this map

Cleman Mountain dominates the center of this landscape, its steep, canyon-scored slopes rising above the Wenas Valley to the north and the Naches River to the south. The map documents a rugged rangeland punctuated by a network of Jeep Trails and seasonal water sources like Mud Lake and numerous springs. Along the northern edge, the Wenas (Site) marks a point of historic settlement near the South Fork Wenas Creek, while the southern corridor follows the river's path through Horseshoe Bend. High-elevation landmarks such as the Lookout Tower and Radio Tower sit atop the ridges, overlooking a complex system of drainage features including Watering Trough Canyon and Woodcamp Canyon. The map provides a clear picture of land use in the early 1970s, from the grazing grounds of Sanford Pasture to industrial points like the Gravel Pit and various prospects.