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2023 Map of Bay Buck Peaks

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Bay Buck Peaks
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Cibola National Forest defines the rugged verticality of this region in Socorro County, where high-elevation landmarks like Alexander Mtn and the namesake Bay Buck Peaks dominate the horizon. The landscape is deeply incised by a complex network of drainages, including Whitewater Canyon and Bear Canyon, which converge toward the southeast. These deep draws and canyons, such as Panther Canyon and Fisher Canyon, underscore the challenging terrain faced by early travelers and ranchers in this part of New Mexico.

Evidence of human occupancy and water management is scattered throughout the survey, noted by features like Roberts Place Tank, Baney Park Tank, and Trough Spring. The historical infrastructure of the area is represented by Old State Hwy 52 and the Hughes Mill Trl, which navigate the saddles and ridges like Turkey Saddle. This data provides a clear record of the remote watering holes and trails essential for navigating this high-country wilderness.