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1966 Map of Weavers Needle

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Weavers Needle stands as a prominent volcanic landmark within the Superstition Mountains, a landscape defined by sharp elevation shifts and a network of named springs vital for survival in the arid terrain. This 1966 field-checked survey reveals the complex human presence throughout the Tonto National Forest, from working cattle operations like Tortilla Ranch and Whitlow Corral to various encampments such as Bark Camp, Reeds Camp, and Williams Camp. The map documents a geography steeped in lore, tracing the Dutchmans Trail and marking the site of Lost Dutch Spring and the Miller Mines. This era of the Superstition Wilderness reflects a time when the pack trails were the primary lifelines through the high desert, connecting remote sites like Geronimo Cave and Miners Summit before modern expansion altered the periphery of these mountains.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 26.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain