2013 Map of Walker Canyon

About this map

Matthew Place serves as a lonely landmark in this high desert landscape along the border of Hidalgo and Grant counties. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and elevation extremes, ranging from the depths of Walker Canyon to the summit of High Lonesome Peak. Water management in this arid environment is evidenced by the presence of Walker Tank, while seasonal flows are tracked through Blue Creek, Adams Creek, and Cherry Creek. The map documents the ranching infrastructure of the early 21st century, with remote access provided by routes such as Mud Springs Ranch Rd and Brown Ranch Rd. Large-scale geological features like Redrock Mesa and the expansive Redrock Basin dominate the eastern half of the quadrangle, illustrating the complex erosional patterns of the New Mexico southwest.