1991 Map of Quanah Mountain

About this map

The Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge dominates the northern half of this landscape, showcasing a complex network of recreation and conservation land established long before this late-century survey. The terrain transitions from the jagged peaks of the Charons Garden Mountains and Elk Mountain down to the established settlement of Cache in the southeast. Evidence of the region’s early industrial interests remains at the Bonanza Mine and Pennington Mine, while the southern portion of the sheet is defined by the rigid boundaries of the Fort Sill Military Reservation. Numerous reservoirs, including Quanah Parker Lake and French Lake, indicate the careful management of water resources within the Wichita Mountains. Distinctive landmarks like the Boulder Field and The Narrows highlight the unique geological formations that have made this area a focal point for Oklahoma outdoorsmen and conservationists for decades.