2021 Map of Tanque Verde Peak

About this map

Tanque Verde Peak anchors this corner of the Rincon Mountains, where the arid basin begins its sharp ascent into the high country. The landscape is defined by the transition from suburban development near Tucson and Twin Hills to the protected wilderness of Saguaro National Park and Coronado National Forest. Water management is central to life in this environment, evidenced by named features like Tanque Verde Wash, La Cebadilla Lake, and numerous livestock watering points such as Tina Larga Tank and Aguila Tank. Local history is preserved at the Tanque Verde Cem and Tanque Verde Ranch Cem. The survey meticulously details the ridge systems, including Tanque Verde Ridge, and deep cuts like Box Canyon and Wild Horse Canyon, reflecting the topographical complexity that has shaped the area's grazing and recreational history.