2010 Map of Ice Caves SE

About this map

The Malpais dominates this landscape in Cibola County, where volcanic lava flows create a stark and distinctive geological pattern. This 2010 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the intersection of these ancient terrain features with modern infrastructure and sparse settlements. The small community of York sits along a winding roadway that cuts through the southwestern portion of the sheet, providing a primary point of reference for local-history researchers studying this section of New Mexico. To the northeast, the curiously named Hole-In-The-Wall marks a break or passage within the lava fields, highlighting the unique topography that has shaped movement and settlement in this part of the high desert for generations.