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2018 Map of Porcupine Ridge

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Porcupine Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Sitgreaves National Forest covers this high-altitude landscape of the Mogollon Plateau in Coconino County. The terrain is defined by a dense network of deep canyons and prominent ridges, including its namesake Porcupine Ridge and the lengthy Dye Ridge. Water sources are vital features here, with named points such as Cliff Springs, Waters Draw Spring, and several small bodies of water like Dudley Lake and Alder Lake tucked into the drainage basins.

The presence of specialized recreational trails, such as the Mogollon Rim Snowmobile E and the Dye Snowmobile Loop, highlights the area's modern role as a winter sports destination. These loops navigate the complex topography around Bear Canyon and the West Fork Alder Canyon, following the natural contours of the rim. The survey also traces several seasonal watercourses, including W Chevelon Cr and Willow Cr, which have carved out the distinct canyon systems seen throughout the quadrangle.