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2014 Map of Walker Mountain

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Walker Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

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Coconino National Forest defines this high-desert landscape in Yavapai County, characterized by a complex network of canyons and mesas. The historic General Crook Trail winds through the southern portion of the quadrangle, tracing a route of significant military and pioneer heritage across the rugged breaks. The topography is dominated by prominent features like Walker Mountain and the steep descents into West Clear Creek Canyon, while the high country is marked by broad flats such as Cedar Flats and Cedar Bench.

Water management is the primary evidence of human modification in this arid environment, shown through a dense system of tanks and springs. From the curiously named Pesthouse Tank in the north to Devils Windpipe and Thirteenmile Rock Butte in the south, these features served essential roles for local ranching and transit. Named landmarks like Hollingshead Point and Cactus Mtn provide fixed points of reference for navigating the intricate drainage patterns of Walker Cr and Wickiup Cr.