2004 Map of Rock House

About this map

Rock House sits at the center of this high-desert landscape, serving as a rare focal point in a territory defined by complex topography and water scarcity. Situated within the Tonto National Forest and bordering the Fort Apache Indian Reservation, the area is marked by a network of ranching and mining infrastructure. Cattle tanks such as Pendleton Tank, Castle Butte Tank, and Middle Pasture Tank are distributed across the drainage basins of Sloan Creek and Forks Creek, indicating the continued importance of livestock management in Gila County. Landmark elevations like Castle Peak, Gunsight Butte, and Brushy Top Mountain dominate the horizon, while numerous prospects and Adits scattered near Rock Creek and Horse Canyon hint at the region's mineral exploration history. The presence of the Horse Camp Windmill and various corrals underscores a landscape transition where traditional high-country ranching meets the steep ridges of Hobble Mesa and Keystone Ridge.