2013 Map of Indian Peak

About this map

Mouser Place serves as a lone human waypoint in this high-desert landscape of Hidalgo County. Located within the northern reaches of the Peloncillo Mountains, the area is defined by a series of dramatic geographic features, including the prominent summit of Indian Peak and the strategic gap at Antelope Pass. The map reveals a network of canyons such as Dupree Canyon, XT Canyon, and Cabin Canyon, which facilitate the drainage of seasonal waterways like Big Creek and its tributary South Fork Big Creek. This 2013 topographic survey captures the persistence of vital water sources in an arid environment, noting Cottonwood Spring and Mud Springs. A sparse network of county roads, including County Road 50, provides the only modern access through these remote basins and passes, reflecting the rugged isolation of the New Mexico borderlands.