1997 Map of Quanah Mountain

About this map

The Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge dominates the northern half of this landscape, where high peaks like Elk Mountain and Mount Lincoln overlook a complex network of canyons and boulder fields. This protected wilderness area, including the Charons Garden Wilderness, transitions southward into the sprawling grounds of the Fort Sill Military Reservation. The map reveals a land defined by its geology, from the deep cleft of The Narrows to the expansive Boulder Field. Human presence is concentrated around the town of Cache in the southeast corner and recreational landmarks like Eagle Park. Water management is evident throughout the refuge, seen in the numerous reservoirs such as Quanah Parker Lake and West French Lake. Historical industrial activity is represented by the Bonanza Mine and Pennington Mine, tucked away near the boundary of the military reservation.