2017 Map of Bear Peak

About this map

The San Andres Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Doña Ana County, where sharp vertical relief is defined by peaks like Bear Peak and Quartz Mtn. This arid region relies on a network of isolated water sources for livestock and survival, including historic catchments like Yarbrough Reservoir and natural flows at Gardner Spring and Salinas Spring. The topography reveals a complex system of drainage across Ragged Tank Flat and through deeply incised features such as Little San Nicholas Canyon and Ash Canyon. The distribution of these tanks and springs, from Mountain Tank to the Divide Tanks, illustrates the vital infrastructure required for ranching in this demanding environment, while landmarks like Goat Mtn and Big Brushy Mtn serve as significant navigational anchors in the wilderness.