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2017 Map of Wahoo Peak

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Wahoo Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-elevation landscape within the Gila National Forest, defining a region where water management is central to the land's utility. Named summits like Wahoo Peak and Bear Mtn overlook a complex network of drainage systems, including Wahoo Canyon and Adobe Canyon. The abundance of man-made water features, such as Tyson Tank, Hog Tank, and Adobe Tank, suggests a landscape utilized for livestock and wildlife support within the Black Range.

Traces of human passage and land management are evident in the path of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which traverses the terrain alongside numerous forest roads. Deeply incised drainages like Seven H L Canyon and Knisely Canyon break the elevation, while natural sources like Adobe Spring provide rare permanent water in this arid environment. The map captures a moment in the modern era of the Gila wilderness, documenting the essential infrastructure of the ranching and recreational economy.