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2017 Map of Church Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Church Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The high peaks and deep drainage systems of the Lincoln National Forest dominate this section of the Sacramento Mountains. Rising toward the southern edge of the map, the massif of Sierra Blanca and nearby Gaylord Peak overlook a complex network of canyons and springs. Water sources including May Spring, Hatfield Spring, and Gaylord Spring suggest the critical importance of reliable hydration for cattle ranching and early habitation in this arid high-altitude environment.

Lower elevations are marked by historical infrastructure and landmarks such as the Parsons site and winding ranch roads like the Jose Vega Loop and Comrey Loop. Distinctive landforms such as Church Mountain and the Double Diamond Peaks provide significant navigational anchors. The drainage of Tortolita Cr and Nogal Cr further illustrates the natural watershed patterns that influenced the placement of early settlements and livestock ranges.