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2014 Map of Portal

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Portal
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Galeyville and Paradise stand as distinct markers of settlement history within the eastern slopes of the Chiricahua Mountains. This high-desert landscape is defined by its dramatic relief, where the winding drainage of Cave Creek Canyon cuts through the Coronado National Forest. The map documents a sparse but deliberate network of mountain roads and springs, including Peach Tree Spring and Cienega Spring, which were vital for life in this arid environment.

Genealogists and local historians can locate the Paradise Cem and trace the proximity of the community of Portal to prominent landmarks like Cathedral Rock and Silver Peak. The area's transition from historic mining and ranching roots to its contemporary character is reflected in the naming of features such as Silver Tank and the various canyons that define the foothills. The distribution of these labels suggests a landscape where water and terrain dictated the placement of every homestead and trail.