2017 Map of McClede Mountain

About this map

McClede Mountain rises as the central topographic feature of this high-elevation Sierra County landscape. The drainage network is complex, characterized by seasonal water sources such as McClede Spring and O Bar O Spring, which feed into various creeks and arroyos. The southern portion of the quadrangle is defined by the significant rise of Berrenda Mtn and the prominent Quartzite Ridge. Historically, this area is marked by a network of back-country trails and ranch roads, including Mangas Trl and Victorio Trl, which navigate the deep cuts of P A Canyon and Taylor Canyon. The terrain shows a transition from the lower Tierra Blanca Cr and Jaralosa Cr basins up toward the high peaks and gaps, such as Sibley Gap, reflecting the challenging geography of the northern Black Range region.