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2013 Map of White Peak

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of White Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Philmont Scout Ranch occupies the northern reaches of this high-elevation landscape, where the rugged terrain transitions between Crater Peak and the expansive White Vega. This 2013 survey illustrates a working ranching and recreational landscape, marked by seasonal outposts such as La Grulla Cow Camp, Martinez Cow Camp, and Sawmill Camp. The geography is defined by complex water systems, including the drainage of Moras Cr and Banderitas Cr, which feed numerous high-country water bodies like Rimrock Lake and Bear Lake.

A distinct boundary runs through the southern portion of the map, marking the line between Colfax Co and Mora Co. This area is characterized by significant topographical features such as Ortega Mesa and the namesake White Peak. The presence of the C S Cattle Company near Bonita Cr reflects the enduring agricultural heritage of this part of New Mexico, while the remote naming of sites like Duran Meadow and Lucero Spring provides specific points of interest for those tracing local land use and family history.