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2023 Map of Indian Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Peloncillo Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in the southwestern corner of New Mexico, where deep drainages like Dupree Canyon and Cabin Canyon carve into the uplands. Water remains a critical defining feature of this arid terrain, marked by isolated sources such as Cottonwood Spring, Mud Springs, and the Birtrong Tank. These names reflect the historical reliance on reliable watering holes for ranching and transit through the high passes.

Strategic gaps in the mountain range, including Antelope Pass and Burro Pass, facilitate movement between the eastern slopes and the San Simon Valley to the west. Evidence of the local cattle industry is seen in the naming of Big Creek Ranch Rd, which follows the course of Big Creek. This 2023 survey provides a clear look at the contemporary road network, including Co RD c036 and Co RD c027, which navigate the complex topography near Indian Peak.