2017 Map of Laguna Gurule

About this map

Santa Fe National Forest dominates the high-altitude landscape of Rio Arriba County in this 2017 survey, characterized by a complex network of canyons and seasonal water sources. The Continental Divide winds through the center of the sheet, acting as a topographic spine between the Oso Canyon and the Arroyo Blanco drainage system. Water is a defining element of this arid terrain, marked by several significant lagunas including Laguna Gurule, Laguna Jacquez, and Laguna Colorada. Local place names reflect a long history of land use and navigation, from the distinctively named Horse Heaven in the northeast corner to Cañada Jesus Maria and Cañada Simon. The map provides a precise record of the road network through this territory, including Co RD 385 and Co RD 391, which connect the scattered livestock tanks and geographic landmarks of the region.