2020 Map of Gould Pass

About this map

Gould Pass anchors this high-desert landscape in the borderlands between San Juan and Rio Arriba counties. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of deep drainages including Martin Canyon and Smith Canyon, which converge toward the broad expanse of Cañon Largo to the southwest. This hydrological pattern reveals the natural corridors used for travel through the San Juan Basin, where routes like Largo Canyon Rd follow the low ground. Higher elevations feature isolated water sources like Cuervo Lake and the seasonally active Carrizo Cr. The map captures the intersection of traditional landform names like Big Rincon with modern rural infrastructure, providing a detailed record of the access roads—such as Co RD 492 and Co RD 500—that service this remote ranching and resource area.