2017 Map of Espinosa Ranch

About this map

Espinosa Ranch lies within the high-desert canyons and plateaus of Rio Arriba County, surrounded by the protected lands of the Carson National Forest. This 2017 survey details a landscape defined by significant mesas, including Laguna Seca Mesa, Cabresto Mesa, and Mesteñas Mesa, which rise above a network of deep drainage systems like American Canyon and La Baca Canyon. Water management is central to the area's utility, marked by numerous tanks and springs such as Manuel Spring, Cedar Spring, and the Mesteñas Tank. The land is networked with local tracks and forest service routes like Long Walk Rd and Rosa #111, which navigate the complex topography of draws and canyons like Chicken Fry Canyon and Ulibarri Canyon. These features reflect the area's continued use for livestock and ranching amidst a rugged Southwestern forest environment.