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2021 Map of Sycamore Point

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Sycamore Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Sycamore Point serves as a prominent overlook where the boundaries of the Kaibab National Forest, Coconino National Forest, and Prescott National Forest converge. This 2021 survey details a complex landscape of deep drainage systems, including Sycamore Canyon and Volunteer Canyon, which define the topography of the Mogollon Rim area. The map illustrates a network of specialized routes such as the Sycamore Point Mtn Bike Trl and the Canyon Overlook Trl, reflecting the region's transition into a destination for modern backcountry recreation.

Water sources are vital markers in this arid terrain, with numerous tanks and springs like Colcord Spring, Babes Hole Spring, and Turkey Butte Tank punctuating the forest. The presence of Railroad Draw and its associated Railroad Draw Tanks suggests historical land use patterns tied to early infrastructure. Named landmarks such as Turkey Butte and Buck Ridge provide essential orientation points for researchers and local historians studying the evolution of land management in Northern Arizona.