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1978 Map of Rustler Park

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Rustler Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The high ridges and canyons of the Chiricahua Mountains dominate this landscape, which in the late 1970s served as a hub for both conservation and resource extraction. Within the Coronado National Forest, the map reveals a history of prospecting at the Silver Prince Mine and El Tigre Mine, while the northern portion is protected by the Chiricahua National Monument. This area is defined by its verticality, with lookouts and stations monitoring the canyons, including the Barfoot Lookout and a Forest Service Station near Rustler Park.

Legacy mining operations left behind structures such as the Blacksmith Tunnel and Rhem Tunnel in the northern reaches. For genealogists and local historians, specific landmarks like Fitch Corral and the Headquarters Windmill provide evidence of early ranching and water management in this arid environment. The network of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails indicates a rugged backcountry where access was limited to traditional routes and specialized vehicles.