2004 Map of Capitan Peak

About this map

Capitan Peak stands as the primary landmark in this high-altitude region of the Lincoln National Forest, where steep canyons and narrow ridges define the landscape. This 2004 revision, based on imagery from the turn of the millennium, illustrates a network of trails and springs essential for movement and livestock in the arid environment. Routes like the Peppin Trail and Summit Trail traverse the Capitan Mountains Wilderness, connecting isolated water sources such as Seven Cabins Spring and Figure Seven Spring. The southern portion of the quadrangle shows the transition from the high peaks toward the lower drainages of Chavez Creek, where the presence of the McDaniel Ranch and numerous stock tanks like Ellis Canyon Tank point to the enduring ranching history of the area.