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1969 Map of Walker Mtn.

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Walker Mtn.
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Coconino National Forest occupies the core of this Yavapai County landscape, where the rugged terrain of the Mogollon Rim country is defined by steep canyons and high points like Walker Mountain. Water management is the primary human imprint on the land, evidenced by an extensive network of catchment basins such as Goswick Lake Tank, Wickiup Tank No 1, and Hance Tank. These vital resources supported ranching operations at M Diamond Ranch and Bull Pen Ranch during the late 1960s.

The map reveals a landscape of isolated landmarks and primitive transit, featuring the Jawbone Windmill and numerous ruins that suggest a long history of occupation. Deep drainages like Clear Creek Canyon and the Devils Canyon cut through the forest, while the distinctive Thirteenmile Rock Butte stands out in the south. This survey provides a clear view of the complex topography between Cedar Bench and Walker Basin, accessed largely by a web of jeep and pack trails.