2020 Map of Silver Hill

About this map

The Bear Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Socorro County, where the southern reaches of the Cibola National Forest meet the western edge of Magdalena. The area is characterized by a complex network of drainage systems, including the long descent of Gallinas Canyon and the winding paths of Arroyo Montosa and Arroyo Gato. These seasonal watercourses are punctuated by essential desert water sources like Threemile Spring, Bear Springs, and Upper Buck Horn Tank, which have long supported ranching and movement through the high country. The landmark of Silver Hill rises in the southern half of the quadrangle, overlooking a terrain deeply etched by Dry Lake Canyon and Bear Springs Canyon. This modern survey provides a detailed look at the forest road network, such as Forest 10 Rd, that provides access to these remote New Mexico uplands.