2013 Map of Canada Ojitos

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-altitude landscape in Rio Arriba County, marking the spine of a region defined by complex drainage systems and ranching outposts. This 2013 survey reveals a territory where narrow canyons like Horse Heaven Canyon and Spruce Canyon cut through the timbered reaches of the Santa Fe National Forest. Human presence is anchored by isolated points of interest such as Syphers Ranch and Collins Ranch, while the Nogales Cliff House suggests the deep indigenous history of the area. The map documents an essential network of seasonal water sources, including Laguna Simon and Rodent Tank, which are critical in this arid environment. The abundance of named cañadas, such as Cañada Ojitos and Cañada Gurule, highlights the Spanish colonial heritage and the enduring geographic nomenclature used by generations of local land managers and residents.