2017 Map of Canjilon SE

About this map

Carson National Forest encompasses the majority of this high-elevation terrain, defined by a complex network of arroyos and canyons that dictate the movement of water and travelers alike. The small settlement of El Puertecito sits at the southwestern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a rare point of habitation amidst the drainage systems of Arroyo del Cobre and Arroyo del Chamiso. These ephemeral waterways carve deep through the landscape, creating notable landforms such as Cañon de Cobre and Comanche Canyon. The importance of water management in this arid environment is evident through named features like Pine Canyon Tank and Madera Tank, alongside numerous natural springs known as ojitos. To the south, the prominent Sierra Negra and Cerrito de la Ventana rise above the drainage of Arroyo del Cerrito Negro, marking the transition between forested heights and the lower canyon floors.