2011 Map of John Kerr Peak

About this map

John Kerr Peak and the high elevations of Wagontongue Mountain dominate this corner of Catron County, where a complex network of forest roads and water infrastructure supports high-altitude ranching and land management. The 2011 landscape is defined by its water sources, ranging from natural outflows like Govina Canyon Spring and Willow Spring to man-made catchments such as Todd Cienega Tank and Spurgeon Tank. These features suggest a working landscape where water security is paramount for livestock and wildlife. Movement through the area is dictated by the terrain of Cottonwood Canyon and Wine Canyon, with Long Canyon Windmill and Sawmill Tank serving as essential landmarks for navigation. The map provides a detailed view of the infrastructure within the national forest, including Forest Rd 289 and Forest Rd 47, which connect the isolated springs and tanks across this high-desert mountain environment.