2023 Map of Lion Mountain

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses the high-desert terrain shown in this 2023 survey, centered on the prominent peak of Lion Mtn. This landscape in Socorro County is defined by the southeastern reaches of the Gallinas Mountains and the drainage systems of Three Log Spring Canyon. Human presence is marked primarily by ranching infrastructure and forest management, indicated by water sources such as Indian Tank, East Tank, and East Chavez Tank. The plateau of Antelope Flats provides a contrast to the surrounding ridges, while transportation is limited to rugged corridors like Forest Rd 10 and Co Rd 20. The map illustrates the traditional Western land division system, following township and range lines across this arid environment.