2020 Map of Cebollita Peak

About this map

Cebollita Peak and the high Cebollita Mesa dominate this southwestern landscape, where water sources dictate the patterns of human activity. The presence of Rodeo Lake, Tub Lakes, and Middle Lake in the north, alongside numerous namesake springs like Cebolla Spring and Major Spring, indicates a region traditionally managed for livestock and resource access. The infrastructure of the area is defined by seasonal water management, illustrated by features such as Sawmill Tank, Jug Tank, and Dead-Horse Tank. Navigational access is limited to a few corridors, most notably Indian Svc Rte 37 and the drainages of Cebolla Canyon and West Canyon. The map reveals a transition from open plateau surfaces to deeply incised drainages like Brazo Canyon and Baker Canyon, providing a detailed look at the hydrology of Cibola County before the current era of climate shifts.