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2017 Map of Jaralosa Mountain

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Jaralosa Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Jaralosa Mountain and the high ridges of the Sierra Cuchillo anchor this high-desert landscape in northern Sierra County. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and seasonal water sources, including the deep cuts of Monticello Canyon and Jaralosa Canyon that carry runoff from the surrounding peaks. Historic land use is signaled by named springs like Goat Spring and Witch Spring, alongside livestock infrastructure such as Rock Tank and Fenceline Tank.

Tracing the border between Socorro and Sierra counties, the map shows a quiet backcountry accessible via routes like Forest Rd 139 and Co Rd C032. The topography rises to distinct summits such as Juan Peak and Carrizo Peak, while the northeast corner reaches into the Cibola National Forest. Geographic landmarks like Bootlegger Gap and Schoolhouse Canyon suggest a history of local passage and forgotten settlement patterns in this arid region.