2011 Map of Squirrel Springs Canyon

About this map

The Tularosa River and its complex network of seasonal drainages define this high-country terrain in the Gila region. Water management is the primary human footprint visible on the landscape, evidenced by numerous tanks and developed springs essential for ranching and forest operations. Features such as Caguila Corral and the Posthole Tank suggest a history of livestock management within the canyon systems. Transport is dictated by a web of forest service routes, including Forest Rd 289 and Forest Rd 94, which provide access to more remote locations like Five Springs Canyon and Bear Tank. The map reveals a specialized landscape where natural water sources like Lower Cold Spring and Squirrel Spring are vital anchors for activity in an otherwise arid and dissected mountain environment.