2018 Map of Milkweed Canyon NW

About this map

Lake Mead National Recreation Area spans the northern reaches of this Mohave County landscape, where the high desert plateau is carved by deep drainage systems. The namesake Milkweed Canyon and Spencer Canyon dominate the topography, revealing a network of water management features essential for the arid environment. A series of specialized water catchments, including Meriwhitica Tank, Steel Tank, and Willow Tank, are distributed across the terrain, connected by backcountry routes such as Meriwhitica Rd and Buck and Doe Rd. These features, alongside Harding Spring and Willow Spring, illustrate the historical reliance on isolated water sources for ranching or travel through this remote portion of Arizona. The map serves as a detailed guide to these hydrological landmarks and the rugged canyons that define the region's character.