2013 Map of Chicken Mountain

About this map

Pie Ranch stands as a primary point of interest in this high-desert landscape, situated along the path of Indian Rte 55 as it winds through the central valley. The topography is dominated by dramatic elevations, ranging from the volcanic profiles of Cerro Alesna to the broad heights of Mesa Cimarron and the Sierra Lucero range. This arid region's reliance on water management is evident in the numerous earthen tanks and windmills scattered throughout the terrain, including Mule Tank, Rough and Muddy Tank, and Virgils Windmill. Drainage patterns are clearly marked by substantial features like Chicken Mountain Draw and Hippy Draw, which channel seasonal runoff from the surrounding peaks. The map details a remote pastoral and ranching environment where the land is defined more by its natural landmarks and water sources than by dense settlement.