1969 Map of Yarnell

About this map

Yarnell sits tucked into the steep northern slopes of the Weaver Mountains, overlooking a landscape defined by an intensive mining history. This 1969 survey reveals a network of industrial sites concentrated around the Rich Hill area and the southern foothills, including the prominent Octave Mine and the Yarnell Mine. The terrain is deeply dissected by drainages such as Weaver Creek and Antelope Creek, which provided essential water sources for these operations through features like Millers Windmill and Bricks Windmill. Near the southern edge of the sheet, the settlement of Stanton marks a key historical node adjacent to the Devils Nest Mine and Myers Mine. The intricate web of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails threading through Lion Canyon and toward Wild Horse Mesa illustrates the rugged accessibility required for prospecting and ranching in this corner of Yavapai County.