1986 Map of Sunset Pass

About this map

West Sunset Mountain and East Sunset Mountain dominate this high-desert landscape in the Coconino National Forest. The geography is defined by a series of critical water catchments, including the Upper Red Tank, Middle Red Tank, and Lower Red Tank, which were essential for ranching and wildlife in the arid climate of Northern Arizona during the 1980s. A notable prospect near the mountain slopes suggests historical mineral exploration, while the namesake Sunset Pass serves as a natural gateway between the peaks. The drainage patterns of Jacks Canyon and Limestone Wash channel water through the high country toward Clear Creek. This map captures a working landscape of ranching infrastructure, evidenced by labels like the Corral and numerous named stock tanks such as Fannin Tank and Dick Hart Tank.