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2021 Map of Canelo Pass

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Canelo Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Coronado National Forest dominates this landscape in Santa Cruz County, where the high desert meets the northern reaches of the San Rafael Valley. The map detail reveals an intricate network of ranching and land management infrastructure, characterized by numerous water catchments such as Bog Hole Tank and Headquarters Tank that support livestock and wildlife in this arid environment. The terrain is defined by the sharp elevations of the Canelo Hills and Lookout Knoll, with the Arizona National Scenic Trl winding through the eastern ridges.

Transportation in this borderlands region relies on established forest routes like Canelo Pass Rd and San Rafael Valley Road, which provide access to remote drainages including Sheep Ranch Canyon and Pauline Canyon. The drainage patterns, such as Chino Draw and Mowry Wash, reflect the seasonal flow of water toward the larger valley floors, while Jones Mesa provides a prominent elevated landmark in the southeastern quadrant.