2010 Map of Pyramid Peak

About this map

The Pyramid Mountains dominate this arid landscape in southwestern New Mexico, defined by a series of rugged peaks and deep canyons. This high-desert terrain is marked by historical extraction and resource management, including the Silver Tree Mine, Venice Last Mine, and Allen Mine. Prospectors and ranchers navigated a network of drainages such as Muir Draw and Jose Placencia Canyon, where survival depended on the strategic placement of water infrastructure. Small livestock tanks like Graveyard Tank, Cement Dam Tank, and Nelson Tank punctuate the map, illustrating the vital role of water catchment in this environment. Notable landmarks include the prominent Pyramid Peak and the Red Windmill, which served as critical orientation points for those traversing the Leitendorf Hills.