2013 Map of Cerro Alto

About this map

Cerro Alto stands as a prominent landmark in this high-desert landscape of Cibola County, where volcanic peaks and ephemeral water bodies define the terrain. This 2013 survey documents a remote portion of the Eastern Navajo Agency, characterized by isolated volcanic cones such as Cerro Flora and Cerro Orqueta. The presence of Laguna Flora and Laguna Colorada suggests seasonal catchments essential for the region's livestock and wildlife. Movement through this expanse is facilitated by a network of rural corridors, notably Indian Service Route 142 and Indian Service Route 143, which intersect with Ozark Rd. Lower-lying areas like Peñasco Flat and The Vega contrast with the surrounding elevations, illustrating the traditional rangeland geography of the New Mexico interior.