2011 Map of Weavers Needle

About this map

Weavers Needle and Miners Needle dominate this high-desert landscape in Arizona, serving as dramatic focal points for a network of springs and canyons that have long drawn explorers and ranchers. In 2011, the area retains its wilderness character, with evidence of human occupation centered around isolated camps and ranching outposts like Tortilla Ranch and the Quarter Circle U Ranch. The map traces the rugged drainage patterns of La Barge Creek and Tortilla Creek, punctuated by vital water sources such as Charlebois Spring and Lost Dutch Spring. For those studying the region's recreational and ranching history, the map identifies numerous established sites including Dons Camp, Peralta Canyon Campground, and Williams Camp. The presence of the Peralta Trailhead and Tortilla Trailhead underscores the area's continued use as a base for backcountry travel near landmark terrain features like Bluff Spring Mountain and Barkley Basin.