2017 Map of Sheep Mountain

About this map

Sheep Mountain dominates this portion of the San Andres Mountains, rising sharply above the surrounding desert floor. This 2017 topographic survey highlights a landscape defined by its scarce but vital water sources, including Sheep Mountain Spring, Lee Canyon Spring, and the curiously named Mexican Hat Spring. The presence of Joe W Tank indicates ranching or land management efforts to capture runoff in an arid environment where drainage is otherwise limited to seasonal features like Salt Creek. Navigational passes such as Sly Gap and Lava Gap provide the primary natural corridors through the high peaks. The southeastern portion of the map is marked by restricted access corridors, including WSMR P Route 7 and Wsmr RT 316, reflecting the area's proximity to military operations in this part of Sierra County.