2021 Map of Cipriano Pass

About this map

Cipriano Pass serves as a central corridor within this arid landscape of Yuma County, positioned between the steep rises of the Gila Mountains and the Tinajas Altas Mountains. The topography here is defined by high-elevation ridges that overlook the broad expanses of the Lechuguilla Desert. To the southwest, the Butler Mountains emerge as a distinct separate formation. This survey illustrates the convergence of several major southwestern mountain ranges, showing the stark relief and physical barriers that have historically dictated travel routes and land use in this corner of the Sonoran region. The map detail highlights the relationship between the narrow passage of Cipriano Pass and the surrounding basin-and-range geology.