2020 Map of Ghost Ranch

About this map

Abiquiu Reservoir anchors the southern portion of this landscape, its waters reaching into the deep incisions of Bull Canyon and Comanche Canyon. This High Desert environment is defined by dramatic elevation changes, where the high plateaus of Mesa del Yeso and Mesa Montosa overlook the red rock formations around Ghost Ranch. The mapping reflects a sparse but managed territory within the Carson National Forest, characterized by numerous drainage systems like the Arroyo del Yeso and small, specialized water sources such as Trick Tank Number One and Wild Horse Tank. The presence of several named tanks and springs, including Iron Spring and Copper Trick Tank, points to the vital importance of water management in this arid Rio Arriba County terrain for both forest service operations and local livestock.