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2017 Map of Molino Peak

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Molino Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

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Magdalena Mountains and the Chupadera Mountains dominate this high-desert terrain within the Cibola National Forest. The landscape is defined by deep drainages and canyons, including Sixmile Canyon, Madera Canyon, and Chavez Canyon, which channel seasonal water across the arid basins. Human presence is sparse and concentrated around isolated points of water and ranching activity, such as Rincon Madera and Cienega Ranch.

Water sources are the primary landmarks for navigation and land use in this part of Socorro County. Named features like Torreon Springs, Cinega Spring, and Gay Water Tank indicate the vital infrastructure required for cattle ranching in the American Southwest. A network of primitive roads and trails, including Horse Shoe Trl and Willow Springs Ranch Rd, provides the only access through the rugged slopes surrounding Molino Peak.