2011 Map of Arroyo Hondo

About this map

Arroyo Hondo serves as a focal point for this Taos County landscape, situated where the Rio Hondo meets the dramatic corridor of the Rio Grande Wild River. The map illustrates a complex network of traditional water management and modern development, featuring the Acequia de Atalaya and the Llano Ditch, which trace the irrigation history of the high desert. To the north, the settlement of San Cristobal is tucked near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, while the New Buffalo Area sits along the southern hills. Local heritage is preserved at the Rael Cemetery, and the presence of the Arroyo Hondo Post Office and San Cristobal Post Office marks the continued civic life of these mountain communities. The terrain is further defined by deep carvings like Garrapata Canyon and prominent peaks such as Cerro Negro.