2017 Map of Cerro Tinaja

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses a significant portion of this landscape, where high mesas and deep canyons dictate the movement of water and travelers. The presence of Rancho Viejo Spring and Jara Loso Spring highlights the vital importance of dependable water sources in this arid environment, often serving as the focal points for local history and livestock management. Prominent geological landmarks such as Black Mesa, Cerro Tinaja, and the twin heights of Mesita Leon and Mesita de la Ventana define the horizon. The terrain is deeply incised by drainages like Badlands Canyon and Jaramosa Canyon, while Co RD 279 provides the primary transit corridor through the rugged foothills of the Cerro de Nuestra Señora range.