2013 Map of La Paloma Canyon

About this map

Hepler Ranch sits along the southern stretches of this remote landscape where the Brokeoff Mountains and the Guadalupe Mountains meet. Much of the northeast corner is managed as part of the Lincoln National Forest, a territory defined by deep drainage systems and high vantage points like The Rim. The map documents a complex network of canyons and ridges, including the prominent La Paloma Canyon and Big Ridge. In this arid environment, the presence of numerous artificial water catchments such as Lower Irabane Tank, Arch Lewis Tank, and Guadalupe Tank reveals the infrastructure necessary for ranching and forest management. A sparse network of county roads, including Co Road G014 and Co Road G019, provides the primary access through the winding topography of Box Canyon and Upper Dog Canyon.