2013 Map of Tres Montosas

About this map

Cibola National Forest defines the character of this landscape in Socorro County, where high desert terrain meets established cattle ranching territory. The map centers on the prominent Tres Montosas peaks, a landmark formation that overlooks the surrounding arroyos and canyons. Transport through this region is marked by the alignment of modern US Hwy 60 alongside traces of the Old Highway 60 and Old Highway 52, illustrating the evolution of New Mexico's road network. This survey captures the working landscape of the early 21st century, identifying isolated ranching outposts such as Evans Ranch, Montosa Camp, and Cat Mountain Ranch. The drainage patterns are meticulously detailed, from the broad Milligan Gulch to the seasonal courses of Arroyo Montosa and Arroyo Landavaso. Land management boundaries for the national forest intersect with private holdings and prominent physical features like Gray Hill and Cat Mtn.