2020 Map of Tres Montosas

About this map

Tres Montosas rises as a prominent landmark within this high-elevation landscape of Socorro County, anchoring a terrain defined by deep arroyos and isolated peaks. This modern survey illustrates the expansive reach of the Cibola National Forest, where drainage systems like Arroyo Landavaso and Arroyo Montosa carve through the arid earth toward Milligan Gulch. The map records the paths of historical transit, specifically noting Old Hwy 60 and Old State Hwy 52, which trace older alignments through the brush. To the south, Gray Hill and Cat Mtn provide significant vertical relief, while the depths of Monica Canyon mark the southern boundary of the quadrangle. The sparse development emphasizes a landscape dedicated to forest management and traditional ranching routes, preserved through various Forest Service access roads like FR 10a.