2010 Map of Florida Gap

About this map

Lewis Flats and the nearby Lewis Cemetery anchor the northern landscape of this Luna County region, where the desert flats meet the rising slopes of the Little Florida Mountains. The area is defined by a deep history of mineral extraction, with numerous sites such as the Florida Mine, American Number Twenty Nine, and the Manganese Valley Mine clustered around the peaks and canyons. This industrial footprint is woven into a terrain marked by distinctive landmarks like Indian Post Office and the prominent Florida Peak. Ranching interests are represented by the Nunn Ranch and Kil Ranch, positioned near drainages like Headquarters Draw. The map reveals a transition from the structured grid of rural roads, including Saguaro Rd and Joshua Rd, to the winding topographic features of Black Rock Canyon and Florida Gap, reflecting the shift from settlement to the high desert wilderness.