2017 Map of Monica Saddle

About this map

Cibola National Forest defines the rugged geography of this high-elevation region in Socorro County, where life and transit are governed by water sources and drainage patterns. The landscape is characterized by a series of prominent canyons, including Monica Canyon, Morine Canyon, and Durfee Canyon, which fall away from the divide at Monica Saddle. Strategic water points are essential markers for local history and forestry management, evidenced by named sites such as Monica Spring, Ranch Supply Spring, and Beartrap Spring. Historical transit corridors are visible via Old State Hwy 52, which winds along the eastern edge of the quadrangle. The map also records the network of timber and access routes like Forest Rd 220, providing a detailed look at the land use within this protected forest boundary.