2017 Map of Bell Peak

About this map

The Apache National Forest dominates this high-altitude section of Catron County, defined by a complex system of drainage canyons and cattle tanks. The prominence of Bell Peak serves as a central landmark, surrounded by name-rich terrain such as Landing Camp Canyon and Ladies Canyon. This 2017 survey details a landscape where water management is critical to the local geography, evidenced by numerous named reservoirs including Upper Barreras Tank, Francisco Tank, and E Sanchez Tank. To the south, the terrain descends toward Patterson Lake, which is fed by Paterson Spring and Sotolee Spring. The map documents the primitive road network essential for navigating this remote region, specifically Mangas Rd and Bursum Rd, which follow the natural contours of the ridges and canyon floors.