2017 Map of Lookout Mountain

About this map

The Black Range dominates this portion of the Gila National Forest, where the topography is defined by high-altitude ridges and deep drainages. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds along the crest, crossing the Continental Divide as it traverses the high ground near Lookout Mountain. This rugged terrain is punctuated by numerous seasonal water sources and landmarks that speak to the area's grazing and early exploration history, such as Lookout Tank and Sawmill Cabin Spring. The complex network of canyons, including the steep-walled Hell Canyon, Fisherman Canyon, and Doubtful Canyon, illustrates the extreme vertical relief of the southwestern New Mexico landscape. Named features like James Brothers Spring and Moccasin John Canyon provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracing the presence of early settlers and ranchers in this part of Sierra County.