2017 Map of Capitol Peak

About this map

Capitol Peak rises as the dominant topographic landmark in this high-desert reach of the San Andres Mountains, situated along the boundary of Socorro and Sierra counties. The landscape is defined by its isolation and the distribution of artificial water catchments, including Line Tank, CCC Tank, and Mine Tank, which supported livestock and game in an arid environment. A network of restricted access roads, such as WSMR S Route 325 and WSMR P Route 7, suggests the modern character of this land as part of a military range. Historical features like Johnson Park and Hays Gap provide evidence of earlier land use patterns, while Thurgood Canyon and Johnson Park Canyon cut through the rugged slopes, illustrating the complex drainage systems that flow from the peaks toward the surrounding basins.