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2017 Map of Guadalupe

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Guadalupe
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Guadalupe and its surrounding canyonlands appear in this survey of Sandoval County, defined by the winding course of the Rio Puerco. The high desert landscape is punctuated by numerous volcanic necks and mesas, including the prominent Cerro de Guadalupe and Cerro Salado. Evidence of long-term settlement is visible at the Guadalupe Cem and nearby Guadalupe Springs, while the Banco de la Casa highlights the unique landforms of the region.

Modern recreation and preservation efforts are marked by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, which traverses the northwestern corner of the map through parts of the Cibola National Forest. The map details a complex network of ephemeral water sources and springs such as Ojo del Padre and Ojo de las Yeguas, which have historically sustained life in this arid environment of deep canyons like Cañon Tapia.