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2017 Map of Sacramento Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Lincoln National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in the southern Sacramento Mountains. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of deep drainages such as Dirty Drawers Canyon and Schofield Canyon, which eventually feed into the upper reaches of the Sacramento River and Rio Penasco. Scientific and observation facilities are notable here, including the Apache Point Observatory and the Alamo Lookout, taking advantage of the clear skies and elevation.

Genealogists and local historians will find the small settlement of Marcia in the northeast, which includes the Marcia Cem. The map illustrates the specialized infrastructure required for this mountain environment, from the Sunspot Loop to high-altitude clearings like Atkinson Field. The prevalence of family-named landmarks like Benson Ridge and Willie White Canyon suggests a legacy of early ranching and land use within the national forest boundaries.