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2013 Map of Elk Mountain

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Elk Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Santa Fe National Forest encompasses this high-elevation wilderness in San Miguel County, dominated by the peaks and canyons of the Santa Fe Mountains. The terrain is characterized by expansive high-mountain meadows such as Valle Largo, Valle Medio, and Valle Alto, which sit between prominent ridges like Hamilton Mesa. A complex drainage network feeds the region, with the Pecos River and Rio Mora carving through the landscape alongside smaller tributaries like Rito los Esteros and Cow Cr.

Navigation through this roadless interior relies on primitive routes like Forest 645 Rd and Forest 156 Rd. Geographic landmarks such as Elk Mtn and Mt Barker provide primary orientation points for backcountry travelers. This map captures the area as it remained a dedicated wilderness preserve, showing the primitive springs and flats, including Burnt Spring and Mora Flats, that have served as vital water sources and campsites for generations of forest visitors.