2017 Map of Whiterock Mountain

About this map

The Mimbres Mountains form a high-altitude spine across this section of the Gila National Forest, where the boundary between Grant and Sierra counties meets. This landscape is defined by its complex drainage network, carved by centuries of seasonal water movement through landmarks like Whiterock Canyon and Bear Springs Canyon. The prominence of Whiterock Mountain serves as a central anchor, surrounded by numerous named water sources that were essential for early ranching and transit, including Log Spring, Taylor Spring, and Grapevine Spring. Modern access is represented by routes like Co RD b002, which winds through the deep topography of Taylor Canyon. The map reveals a transition from the higher peaks of Schoolhouse Mtn down toward the southern drainage systems of Dove Springs Canyon, illustrating the isolated and resource-dependent nature of this Southwestern backcountry.