2013 Map of La Rendija

About this map

La Rendija and the surrounding high desert of the Eastern Navajo Agency are defined by a sparse network of ranching outposts and vital water sources in this 2013 survey. The landscape is dotted with named locations such as Julian Place and Monte Seco, which speak to the historic human presence and land use in this arid region of Cibola County. Strategic water management is evident through features like Luis Well, Laguna Macho, and Tanque Pendejo, which serve as critical infrastructure for the livestock and wildlife that inhabit these plains. The terrain transitions from the open expanse of The Vega in the north to the prominent elevation of Cerro Gatos in the southwest. Transport through the area is largely facilitated by NM-117 and Co Road 42, providing the primary links between these remote ranching sites and the broader New Mexico road network.