2023 Map of Laguna Gurule

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-altitude landscape in Rio Arriba County, defining the drainage patterns of the Santa Fe National Forest. This 2023 survey illustrates a region where water management and topography are inextricably linked, evidenced by features such as Oso Tank and the namesake Laguna Gurule. The terrain is deeply incised by a network of seasonal drainages, including the Cañada Jesus Moya and Cañada Gurule, which feed into various lagunas. These water bodies, including Laguna Jacquez and Laguna Colorada, represent critical landmarks in an area dominated by canyon systems like Oso Canyon and the evocatively named Horse Heaven. The map provides a contemporary look at the ranching and forest infrastructure, showing various county roads such as Co RD 387 and Co RD 390 that navigate the high-desert plateaus and arroyos.