2018 Map of Red Picacho

About this map

Wickenburg Mountains and their prominent peaks define this arid landscape along the boundary of Yavapai and Maricopa counties. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of ephemeral drainages, including the expansive San Domingo Wash and Little San Domingo Wash, which have carved deep paths through the high desert. Prominent landmarks such as Red Picacho and White Picacho serve as essential navigational markers in a region where few permanent roads exist. N Mine Rd and N Castle Hot Springs Rd provide the primary access points into this interior, suggesting a history of mineral exploration and transport. The dense concentration of named washes, such as Trilby Wash and Monarch Wash, underscores the importance of water management and topography for those traversing or prospecting in these mountain ranges.