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2011 Map of Ice Caves

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Ice Caves
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Volcanic geology dominates this corner of the New Mexico landscape, where the namesake Ice Caves and Bandera Crater define a terrain of ancient lava flows and cinder cones. The map shows a region shaped by geothermal history, featuring prominent landmarks such as Cerro Bandera, Lava Crater, and the Twin Craters. This specialized environment creates unique hydrological and geological features, including Laguna Juan Garcia and the notable LittleHole-In-The-Wall area.

Industrial activity is noted through the Twenty-One Mine and the Prospector Deposit, indicating a history of mineral exploration amidst the volcanic field. Other topographical landmarks like Cerro Candelaria, Lost Woman Crater, and El Calderon offer specific points of interest for those studying the complex landforms and naming conventions of this high-altitude desert region. The map also includes the southern features of Mesita Blanca and Cerro Encierro, illustrating the transition of the landscape.