2017 Map of Frijoles

About this map

Manhattan Project National Historical Park and Bandelier National Monument converge in this high-altitude landscape of northern New Mexico, where deep canyons and flat-topped mesas define the topography. The map illustrates the complex intersection of federal land management and history near the southern edges of Los Alamos. Notable archaeological and cultural sites like Tyuonyi and Alcove House are situated along the Rite de los Frijoles, highlighting the ancestral significance of this terrain. The drainage systems are particularly prominent, with the Pajarito, Water, and Capulin canyons carving through the volcanic plateau. Geographic landmarks such as the Stone Lions and Punta de la Ventana sit within the Santa Fe National Forest, while dramatic vertical drops are recorded at Upper Frijoles Falls and Lower Frijoles Falls. Modern infrastructure like Pajarito Rd and various service roads provide access to these remote reaches of the Pajarito Plateau.