2010 Map of Wrye Peak

About this map

White Sands Missile Range dominates this portion of the New Mexico desert, creating a landscape where military activity and traditional ranching coexist. The small settlement of Bingham and the Bingham Post Office serve as the primary human anchors in an area defined by deep landform features like Yellow Dog Canyon and Hoot Owl Canyon. The presence of several named family ranch sites, including Wyre Ranch, Pearson Ranch, and Romero Ranch, indicates the persistent pastoral footprint within this restricted-access territory. Water management is critical in this arid environment, evidenced by a network of catchment systems such as Lucero Tank, O'Neal Tank, and McDougal Tank. These features, alongside natural landmarks like Wrye Peak and Cedar Pass, trace the topography of a region shaped by both its volcanic geology and its modern strategic importance.