
Wahoo Peak rises as a prominent landmark in this high-elevation corner of the Gila National Forest, where the Continental Divide winds through the Black Range. The landscape is defined by a complex network of drainages and canyons, including Wahoo Canyon, Bear Canyon, and Antelope Canyon. This area lacks permanent settlements, reflecting a rugged terrain primarily utilized for livestock management and forest recreation. Numerous water catchments, such as Tyson Tank, Hog Tank, and Woodcutter Tank, are scattered across the quadrangle, indicating the vital role of water infrastructure in this arid environment. Outdoor navigation is facilitated by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl, which is joined by secondary paths like the Silver Creek Trl and Duck Canyon Trl. These routes provide access to remote features like Adobe Spring, tucked within the folds of Adobe Canyon.
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1949 · Lookout Mountain
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1954 · Tularosa
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Tularosa
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1965 · Iron Mountain
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1965 · Dusty
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1965 · Wahoo Peak
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1979 · Truth or Consequences
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1979 · San Mateo Mountains
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1981 · Taylor Peak
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1981 · Mojonera Canyon
USGS Topo · 1:24,000