2013 Map of Ghost Ranch

About this map

Ghost Ranch and the Christ-in-the-Desert Monastery anchor this high-desert landscape in the early 21st century. The map reveals a complex system of water management and natural drainage, from the expansive Abiquiu Reservoir in the south to a network of upland tanks like Trick Tank Number One and Wild Horse Tank. The geography is defined by prominent mesas and canyons, including Mesa Montosa and the deep Comanche Canyon, showing the varied elevations of the Carson National Forest. Scattered settlements and landmarks, such as El Monte Rojo, Llano Del Vado, and the CCC Camp, provide historical and cultural context for the area. This survey captures the region's character through its named arroyos, including the Arroyo del Yeso and Arroyo del Chamiso, which carve through the plains of Llano Piedra Lumbre.