2023 Map of Lake Lucero NE

About this map

White Sands National Park and the adjacent White Sands Missile Range dominate this desert landscape in Otero County. The terrain is characterized by the expansive White Sands gypsum dunes, which shift and flow according to local wind patterns across the Tularosa Basin. This modern survey illustrates the proximity of conservation lands and active military infrastructure, where specialized routes like Wsmr P Rt 21 and Wsmr S Rt 264 cut through the arid basin floor. These corridors support the unique mission of the missile range, established in the mid-20th century, while preserving the natural geography of the neighboring national park.