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2013 Map of Capilla Peak

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Capilla Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Manzano Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape within the Cibola National Forest, where the ridgeline separates Valencia and Torrance counties. The area is defined by its network of deep canyons and seasonal water sources, featuring numerous springs such as Whisky Spring, Spruce Spring, and Bartolo Spring. A significant scientific presence is found atop the range at the Capilla Peak Observatory, situated near Capilla Peak and its namesake campground.

Lower elevations to the east near McKinley Place transition toward more accessible terrain, while the western slopes are carved by Cañon de Salas and Cañada Ancha. Cultural use of the forest is evidenced by sites like the John F Kennedy Campground and the Salas Forest Service Facility. This survey provides a precise look at the hydrology of the Manzanos, from the headwaters of Arroyo de Manzano to the isolated Ojo la Casa Lake.