2020 Map of Canjilon

About this map

Canjilon and the nearby settlement of Placitas sit at the center of this high-altitude landscape in Rio Arriba County. The terrain is defined by a complex network of canyons and mesas, including Navajo Canyon, Blas Canyon, and the prominent La Mesita. This survey reveals an intricate system of water management essential for high-desert life, marked by numerous small reservoirs such as Garcia Tank, Fifteen Tank, and a series of numbered catchments like Trick Tank Number Six. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the southern half of the map, crossing from the Martinez Canyon area toward Mesa del Medio. Local history and genealogy are anchored by the Canjilon Cem and Cedar Grove Cem, while the vast reach of the Carson National Forest encompasses the rugged drainages of Canjilon Cr and Arroyo Blanco.