2014 Map of Strayhorse

About this map

Strayhorse serves as a central reference point in this high-altitude landscape of the Apache National Forest. The geography is defined by a series of high-elevation marshes or cienegas, including Butterfly Cienega, Cache Cienega, and KP Cienega, which suggest a unique hydrological pattern in an otherwise steep terrain. The winding path of US Hwy 191 navigates the complex topography, providing a lifeline through a region marked by prominent landmarks such as Blue Peak, Raspberry Peak, and the distinctively named Sawed Off Mountain. Water sources like Aker Lake, Rattlesnake Lake, and several tanks and springs indicate the critical importance of water management for livestock or forestry in these forest allotments. The map also captures several deep drainage systems, including Grapevine Canyon and Tornado Canyon, which break the plateaus near Crooks Mesa.