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2023 Map of Guaje Mountain

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Guaje Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Los Alamos is situated at the edge of the Jemez Mountains, where the urban landscape meets the extensive trail systems of the Santa Fe National Forest. This contemporary survey details the complex geography of the Pajarito Plateau, characterized by finger-like mesas such as Barranca Mesa, North Mesa, and Kwage Mesa separated by deep canyons. The transition from the developed townsite to the surrounding wilderness is marked by the presence of critical infrastructure like the Los Alamos Airport and Los Alamos Reservoir.

Evidence of the area's geological and community history is visible in landmarks like Phoenix Arch and the Guaje Pines Cem. The map illustrates a highly developed recreational network, featuring numerous paths such as the Guaje Ridge Trl and Perimeter Trl that navigate the varied terrain of Guaje Canyon and Pueblo Canyon. Educational and civic life is anchored by the University of New Mexico - Los Alamos and the Los Alamos County Justice Center.