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2023 Map of Pitchfork Canyon

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Pitchfork Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-altitude landscape in Catron County, serving as a primary geographical feature of the Gila National Forest. This terrain is characterized by a complex network of drainages and seasonal water management, illustrated by numerous livestock or wildlife tanks such as Slater Tank, West Elk Tank, and Pitchfork Tank. The elevation rises significantly at Elk Mtn, which overlooks deep ravines including Pitchfork Canyon and Turkey Park Canyon.

Modern infrastructure is limited to rugged access routes like Bursum Rd and State Hwy 78, facilitating movement through this remote timberland. For those tracking the literal path of the ridge, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail provides a continuous route across the northern sections. Natural water sources like Shantie Spring and Double Barrel Spring are critical points in an otherwise arid woodland environment dominated by forest service management.