2013 Map of Frijoles

About this map

Los Alamos and the surrounding high mesa country are captured here at a moment of modern transition within the Santa Fe National Forest and Bandelier National Monument. The landscape is defined by its deep volcanic canyons and broad fingers of land, such as Pajarito Mesa and Mesita del Buey, which have shaped both ancient settlement and modern scientific development. The map reveals the location of cultural landmarks like the Pueblo of the Stone Lions and the Stone Lions Shrine near Hondo Canyon, alongside archaeological sites such as Rainbow House. While NM-4 and Pajarito Rd provide modern access, the terrain remains dominated by natural features like the San Miguel Mountains and the dramatic drop into White Rock Canyon. This survey illustrates the intricate relationship between the technical facilities of the laboratory era and the protected wilderness of the Pajarito Plateau.