2020 Map of Collins Park

About this map

Collins Park serves as a central reference point in this high-altitude landscape within the Gila National Forest. The area is defined by the Continental Divide, which snakes through the territory between the Tularosa Mountains and the Long Canyon Mountains. This rugged drainage basin is characterized by a sophisticated network of water management features essential for land use, including Ghost Lake, Lost Lake, and numerous livestock tanks like Sheep Camp Tank and Salt Lick Tank. The transition between canyon systems such as Five-Springs Canyon and Bear Canyon illustrates the complex topography that backcountry travelers encounter along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Access is primarily via forest routes and Bursum Rd, highlighting the region's character as a managed wilderness area where water sources like Davis Spring and Coyote Seep Tank remain critical landmarks.