2020 Map of Tularosa Peak

About this map

Tularosa Peak rises as the central topographical landmark in this arid section of Otero County, where natural water sources have long dictated the patterns of movement and survival. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage features and localized water points, including several named springs such as Harkness Spring and Guilez Spring. These water sources, alongside larger basins like Brazel Lake, provide essential relief in a terrain otherwise characterized by the intermittent flow of Temporal Creek and Tularosa Creek. The presence of several established roads, including Wsmr P RT 9 and Wsmr P RT 6, indicates modern access through this desert environment, connecting the draws and springs. The map documents a classic New Mexico Basin and Range landscape where the name of every spring and draw, from Allen Draw to Sheep Camp Draw, represents a vital piece of local history and resource management.