2020 Map of D Cross Mountain

About this map

The high-desert terrain of the Cibola National Forest defines this region, where the Datil Mountains and Gallinas Mountains dominate the southern landscape. The topography is intricately carved by numerous drainages, including Miguel Chavez Canyon, Jaramillo Canyon, and Dog Springs Canyon. Strategic water sources in this arid environment are marked by features like Blue Mesa Tank and Rock Tank, which have historically supported ranching and movement through the territory. The boundary between Catron and Socorro counties runs through the western section of the map, intersecting Alamosita Creek and D Cross Mtn. These features, along with names like Chavez Canyon and Old Canyon, highlight the enduring geographic and familial nomenclature that persists in this part of New Mexico.