2023 Map of Aspen Basin

About this map

Santa Fe Baldy and the surrounding high peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape northeast of Santa Fe. The map detail highlights a complex network of alpine hydrology, where headwaters like the Rio Nambe, Rio En Medio, and the Santa Fe River begin their descent from glacial basins. Natural landmarks such as Lake Katherine, Nambe Lake, and Santa Fe Lake are tucked into the steep topography between Lake Peak and Penitente Peak. This area, managed as the Pecos Wilderness within the Santa Fe National Forest, serves as a critical watershed. A dense system of trails, including the Winsor Trl and Sky Line Trl, provides access to Aspen Basin and remote canyons like Pacheco Canyon, illustrating the modern recreational footprint on these traditional lands.