2013 Map of Soldiers Farewell Hill

About this map

Soldiers Farewell Hill rises as a prominent landmark in this high-desert region of Grant County, marking a landscape defined by significant elevation changes and seasonal watercourses. The peaks of Bessie Rhoads Mtn and JPB Mtn dominate the northern terrain, while the Malpais Hills sit to the northeast. Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by the Burro Cienaga drainage and the Jarrell Tank Number 1 catchment. The presence of Gage Rd provides a primary corridor through this open range, connecting the various draws and canyons like South Well Canyon and China Draw. This map reflects the enduring geography of the New Mexico bootheel borderlands, where family-named peaks and vital water sources like Ninety-six Creek have historically dictated the patterns of ranching and travel.