1956 Map of Saddle Mountain

About this map

The Saddle Mountain Indian Mission stands at the northern edge of this mid-century survey, a focal point of cultural history situated near Mountain Creek. To the south, the landscape is defined by the managed conservation lands of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, where high points like Pearl Mountain and North Mountain overlook deep cuts such as Moose Canyon. This era shows a rugged terrain peppered with numerous windmills, indicating the vital importance of water management for local ranching and livestock on the plains surrounding the peaks.