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2023 Map of Cerro Pelon

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Cerro Pelon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses this high-altitude landscape where the McKinley and Cibola county lines meet. The terrain is defined by prominent volcanic and erosional features, including the namesake peak Cerro Pelon and the high expanse of Mesa Chivato. This 2023 survey documents a network of canyons and high-country flats, such as Antelope Flats and San Lucas Valley, which drain toward Seboyetita Creek and San Mateo Creek.

Water management is a central theme of the landscape, marked by numerous named springs and livestock tanks. Historical travel and modern recreation intersect along the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl, which winds through the central portion of the map. The distribution of features like Llanito Frio Tanks and Spruce Tank highlights the vital role of water infrastructure in this arid forest environment. From the depths of Maruca Canyon to the summit of Cerro Osha, the map serves as a contemporary guide to the complex topography of the Mount Taylor region.