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2020 Map of Cerro Vista

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Cerro Vista
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Carson National Forest spans this high-elevation New Mexico landscape, where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Santa Fe Mountains intersect. The topography is defined by deep drainages like Sardinas Canyon and Arellano Canyon that feed the upper reaches of the Rio Grande del Rancho. In the southeastern corner, the settlement of Chacon represents the primary human footprint, situated near the headwaters of Sierra Ditch.

High-altitude water management and ranching history are evident in features such as Huero Lake, Romero Lake, and the expansive Valle De Las Romeros. Several peaks dominate the horizon, including Cerro Vista and La Cueva Peak, providing a detailed look at the complex relief of the Mora and Taos county border. This survey also documents the Sardinas Motorized trail system, highlighting the area's modern use for forest access and recreation alongside traditional grazing lands.