Jemez Springs and La Cueva serve as the primary hubs in this mountainous region of the Santa Fe National Forest. The geography is defined by high tablelands like Virgin Mesa and Stable Mesa, deeply carved by the Jemez River and its numerous tributaries. Geologic features are prominent throughout the canyon, most notably the Soda Dam, where mineral springs have created a unique natural formation. Hydrology is a central theme of the landscape, with thermal features such as Jemez Hot Springs Original Springs and Spence Hot Spring drawing interest to the canyon floor. Local history is anchored by landmarks like the Jemez Springs Catholic Cem and topographic identifiers such as Schoolhouse Mesa and Church Canyon, reflecting the enduring footprint of settlement within the Cañon de San Diego.
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1890 · Jemes
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1892 · Jemes
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1937 · Jemez Springs
USGS Topo · 1:48,000
1939 · La Ventana
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1939 · San Ysidro
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · San Ysidro
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Jemez
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · La Ventana
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Jemez Springs
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1952 · Jemez Springs
USGS Topo · 1:62,500