2023 Map of Bullard Peak

About this map

Bullard Peak and the Big Burro Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in the southwest corner of the Gila National Forest. The map documents a complex network of drainages and canyons, including the long Bear Canyon and the evocative Kelly Chimney Canyon, which cut through the high country of Grant County. This modern survey illustrates the critical role of water management in this arid environment, marked by numerous cattle tanks such as Richardson Tank, Cottonwood Tank, and Bar Six Tank. Modern recreation is represented by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which winds through the eastern ridges. The presence of features like Mine Shaft Spring suggests a legacy of resource extraction typical of the region's mining history, while names like F-Bar Ranch Rd point to the area's continued ranching heritage.