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2021 Map of Yarnell

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Yarnell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Weaver Mountains define the high-elevation character of this Yavapai County terrain, where the historic mining settlements of Stanton and Octave sit near the base of the range. The landscape is a network of ridges and drainage systems, notably Antelope Cr and Weaver Cr, which have long drawn prospectors to the vicinity of Rich Hill. The presence of numerous named water sources, such as Goat Camp Spring and Yarnell Spring, indicates the critical role of water management in this arid upland environment.

Primary access through the foothills is marked by Stanton Rd and Octave Rd, connecting the scattered mining sites to the broader region. High points like Antelope Peak and Lion Peak provide significant landmarks, while the eastern portion of the map transitions into the elevated flats of Wild Horse Mesa. This area illustrates the late-stage development of a classic Arizona mining district, showing the lasting imprint of 19th-century gold camps on the modern topographic record.