2023 Map of Bland

About this map

Valle Grande dominates the northwest corner of this terrain, marking the edge of the Valles Caldera National Preserve. This mountainous landscape in Sandoval County reveals a complex system of volcanic mesas and deep-cut canyons, including Cochiti Mesa and Upper Horn Mesa. The map traces the historical footprints of the settlement at Bland, situated at the convergence of Medio Dia Canyon and Bland Canyon, reflecting the area's legacy of high-altitude habitation and mining. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation shifts, with peaks like Cerro Grande rising above the surrounding Bandelier National Monument and the San Miguel Mountains. A network of water sources such as Alamo Spring and Sawyer Spring feed into the East Fork Jemez River, providing vital points of reference in a landscape characterized by its volcanic geology and managed wilderness areas.