2010 Map of Cerro Montoso

About this map

The Los Pinos Mountains dominate this arid landscape in Socorro County, where the topography is defined by a complex network of dry washes and high peaks such as Cerro Montoso and Cerro Pelon. This 2010 survey highlights a history of land use focused on mining and ranching, evidenced by the Conqueror Mine in the southwest and family-held properties like Parker Ranch and Burris and Nunn Ranch. Water management is central to the area's survival, shown through scattered features like John Renlods Tank and Patterson Tank, as well as the specialized sites of Tom Wright Mill and Agua de los Torres Mill. A significant portion of the eastern landscape is occupied by the White Sands Missile Range, with restricted access routes including WSMR S Route 3807 cutting through the terrain near Cañada de en Medio.