2011 Map of Whitlock Peak

About this map

Whitlock Peak anchors this arid Graham County landscape, rising above a network of drainages and seasonal water features in the southeastern Arizona desert. This 2011 survey illustrates the careful water management essential to the region, marked by various catchment points such as Tank Number One, Tank Number Five, and Big Tank. The topography is defined by significant washes and erosional features, including the aptly named Poppy Canyon and Old Camp Canyon, the latter of which suggests a history of temporary habitation or work sites in this remote terrain. To the east, the Bobcat Hills flank Lost Lake, providing a clear look at the geological and hydrological patterns that dictate movement and land use across these public lands. The lack of established settlements highlights the area's primary role for ranching or resource management during the early 21st century.