2013 Map of Ice Caves SE

About this map

El Malpais National Monument dominates this Cibola County landscape, preserving a vast volcanic region defined by its distinct geological formations. The survey highlights The Malpais, a literal "badlands" of basaltic flows that created a formidable barrier to early travel. Within this complex terrain, topographical features like Hole-In-The-Wall stand out as identifiable landmarks amidst the lava beds. The presence of York suggests more recent human activity or localized naming in a territory largely governed by the protected federal monument. The map provides a high-resolution view of the section lines and boundaries of T7N R11W and surrounding townships, illustrating the intersection of the Public Land Survey System with the irregular, natural borders of the ancient lava flows.