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1987 Map of Portal

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Portal
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Chiricahua Mountains define this high-desert landscape in southeastern Arizona, where old mining sites and small mountain settlements are scattered among the canyons. The historic Galeyville (Site) and nearby Paradise reflect the area's prospecting past, supported by the presence of the Cochise Mine and several other mine shafts near Davis Mountain. The map details a transition from resource extraction to conservation and research, shown by the establishment of the Coronado National Forest and the Chiricahua Wilderness.

Canyon drainages such as Cave Creek Canyon and Turkey Creek provide the primary geographic structure for the region. These areas host numerous recreational and scientific sites, including the Southwestern Research Station and several campgrounds like Sunny Flat Campground. Notable geological landmarks like Crystal Cave, Cathedral Rock, and the Natural Bridge emphasize the distinctive terrain, while a high Lookout Tower on Silver Peak serves as a sentinel over the vast forested reaches.