1952 Map of Jemez Springs

About this map

Jemez Springs serves as the focal point of this mid-century landscape, situated along the Jemez River within the Cañon de San Diego Grant. The map illustrates a region defined by complex geothermal activity and deep canyons, featuring landmarks like the Soda Dam Hot Spring and the high elevation of Redondo Peak. To the east, the sprawling high mountain meadows of the Valle Grande and Valle San Antonio indicate the unique volcanic geography of the area. This 1952 revision provides a window into a period when recreational and agricultural interests coexisted, evidenced by the presence of Camp Shaver (YMCA), the State Fish Hatchery, and several private holdings like the Triple H Ranch and Fenton Ranch. Cultural markers such as Indian Ruins and the settlement of Vallecitos de los Indios underscore the long-standing human presence in this portion of the Santa Fe National Forest.