2013 Map of Whiterock Mountain

About this map

Whiterock Mtn and the surrounding high country of the Gila National Forest define this landscape along the boundary of Grant and Sierra Counties. The terrain is deeply incised by a network of drainage systems, including Whiterock Canyon, Bear Springs Canyon, and Taylor Canyon, which flow through the southern Mimbrés Mountains. This environment is punctuated by vital water sources like Log Spring and Mule Springs Cr, which would have been critical points for early livestock ranching and travel through the high desert. The presence of routes such as Co Road B002 and Co Road B001 suggests a history of access to these remote canyons. Researchers can find numerous named peaks and draws, such as Log Springs Mtn and Ricketson Draw, reflecting the local nomenclature of the region.