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2023 Map of Hembrillo Canyon

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Hembrillo Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

White Sands Missile Range dominates this landscape in the San Andres Mountains, reflecting the area's continued role in national defense and military testing. The rugged interior is carved by a complex network of deep drainages, most notably Hembrillo Canyon and Victorio Canyon, which lead eastward toward the vast Alkali Flat. High elevation landmarks like Gunsight Peak, Treasure Mountain, and Kaylor Mountain define the skyline of this arid region.

Water is a critical but scarce resource, marked by specific isolated points such as Hospital Spring, White Rock Spring, and Wild Mule Spring. These springs and the surrounding canyons indicate a history of survival and utility in a terrain primarily accessed by military-designated routes like WSMR S Route 306. The crossing of the Sierra and Doña Ana county line across the northern peaks provides a administrative point of reference within this restricted territory.