2023 Map of Manzano Peak

About this map

Manzano Peak towers over the Manzano Mountains along the boundary of Valencia and Torrance counties. This high-altitude landscape is defined by the protected acreage of the Manzano Mountain Wilderness and Cibola National Forest, where water is the primary driver of name and movement. A dense network of springs, such as Cottonwood Spring, Rattlesnake Spring, and Colorado Spring, provide vital points of reference across the deep drainages of Canon Barranca and Pipe Canyon. The inclusion of the Kayser Mill Trl suggests the area's legacy of timber or mineral processing, while infrastructure like the Padilla Trick Tank and various dirt tanks highlight the modern management of water for livestock and wildlife in this arid environment.