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1969 Map of Wilson Mountain

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Wilson Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Sedona appears at the southern edge of this survey, showing the town's layout before its later expansion, including the Sedona Oak Creek Golf Course and a nearby Radio Facility. The landscape is dominated by the complex formations of the Coconino National Forest, where high mesas like Rattlesnake Mesa and Wilson Mountain are carved by deep drainages such as Oak Creek and Secret Canyon.

Evidence of much earlier habitation is marked by several Cliff Dwellings tucked into the canyon walls near Bear Mountain. The survey also highlights a variety of natural landmarks and primitive infrastructure, from the Lookout Tower on East Pocket Knob to remote water sources like South Pocket Tank and Burn Tank. Along the winding banks of Oak Creek, established recreational sites including Banjo Bill Campground and the Encinoso Picnic Area indicate the area's mid-century role as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers using the Secret Mountain Trail.