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2011 Map of Big Lue Mountains

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Big Lue Mountains
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Big Lue Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Grant County, where water management is the primary driver of human infrastructure. This 2011 survey illustrates a region defined by its ranching and recreational use, centering on the Big Lue Ranch and several functional outposts like Juniper Corral and West Coal Creek Corral. The network of namesake tanks—such as Old Collett Tank, Hardluck Tank, and Maverick Tank—points to the critical importance of moisture retention for livestock and wildlife in the arid terrain.

Outdoor recreation and public land access are clearly marked through the presence of the Coal Creek Campground and Blackjack Campground, along with the Maverick Trailhead. Geological and topographic landmarks like the sharp descent at Needles Eye, the high points of Palace Peak and McMullen Peak, and the drainage systems of Mule Creek and Sixshooter Creek provide a clear view of the area's complex drainage patterns.