1996 Map of Kino Peak

About this map

Bates Mountains and the Puerto Blanco Mountains dominate this arid landscape within the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. This desert region preserves a history of remote mining and water management, evidenced by the Golden Bell Mine and various Mine Shafts and Prospects scattered among the peaks. Transportation is centered on the Puerto Blanco Drive, which winds through the southern terrain toward the La Abra Plain. Human presence is marked by isolated sites like Tesmo and Aguajita, while the scarcity of water is underscored by the presence of Dripping Springs and the notably named Acuna Well (Dry). The northern boundary is defined by Kino Peak, overlooking a vast expanse of designated wilderness where the Cipriano Hills rise from the desert floor.