1963 Map of Victoria Park

About this map

The Black Range forms a formidable geographic spine through this portion of the Gila National Forest, dividing the headwaters of the Mimbres River from the drainages of Animas Creek. This high-altitude landscape is defined by its complex network of seasonal water sources and canyons, including Massacre Canyon and Victoria Canyon. The prominence of Victoria Park Mountain and McKnight Mountain anchor the topography, where numerous named springs like Geronimo Spring and Marshall Spring served as vital points of reference in an otherwise arid environment. The presence of features such as Negro Bill Spring and Katy Place Spring suggests the legacy of early stockmen and settlers who navigated these corridors before the area was fully integrated into the national forest system.