2013 Map of Comanche Point

About this map

Comanche Point stands as a prominent landmark within this high-elevation landscape of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The 2013 survey details the headwaters and drainages of numerous alpine creeks, including Costilla Cr and Comanche Cr, which carve deep canyons like La Cueva Canyon and Fernandez Canyon. This area, largely contained within the Carson National Forest, includes established outposts such as La Cueva Camp and La Belle Lodge, reflecting the long-standing use of these mountains for recreation and forest management. Researchers can trace the geography of the Valle Vidal region, where landmarks like Ortiz Peak and Lagunita Saddle define the rugged interior of Taos County. The distribution of sites like Clayton Camp and Anderson Park suggests a network of seasonal or resource-based settlements amidst the intricate topography of the northern New Mexico wilderness.