2012 Map of Sycamore Point

About this map

Sycamore Point overlooks a complex network of high-desert drainage systems and springs within Coconino County. The landscape is defined by deep incisions like Volunteer Canyon and Tule Canyon, which feed into the primary course of Sycamore Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates a region where water management is critical, evidenced by numerous named tanks such as Mooney Tank and Turkey Tank distributed across the plateau to support livestock or wildlife. Human presence is largely marked by an intricate web of Forest Service roads, including Sycamore Point Rd and Jerome Rd, providing access to remote landmarks like Turkey Butte and Buck Ridge. The names of local water sources, such as Geronimo Spring, Babes Hole Spring, and Winter Cabin Spring, suggest a history of seasonal use and exploration in this arid reach of the Arizona highlands.