1969 Map of Wilhoit

About this map

Wilhoit and the surrounding high desert of the Prescott National Forest are documented here during a period of transition in the late 1960s. The landscape is defined by the rugged drainage basins of the Hassayampa River and Copper Basin Wash, where water management and ranching infrastructure like Telegraph Spring Windmill and Orofino Tank supported the local economy. Historical extraction is evident throughout the terrain, from the China Mine near Gabarina Hill to the Dredge Tailings along the riverbeds, indicating a long history of mineral prospecting in the area. Prominent peaks including Mt Francis and Quartz Mtn provide significant vertical relief, while the Glen Oaks (Site) marks a former settlement location. The map also details numerous springs, such as Pigeon Spring and Government Spring, which were vital waypoints in this arid environment, interconnected by a network of jeep trails and historic paths.