2017 Map of Laguna Peak

About this map

Laguna Peak anchors this high-elevation landscape where the Carson National Forest and Santa Fe National Forest meet in Rio Arriba County. The terrain is defined by a series of massive mesas, including Mesa de los Viejos and Mesa Alta, which are bisected by deep drainage systems like Chavez Canyon and Cañada de la Fuertes. The Rio Chama flows through the northeastern sector, providing a vital water source in this arid environment alongside numerous named seeps such as Potrero One Spring and Los Indios Spring. Modern infrastructure is represented by Obama Canyon Road, while the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the central corridor, following the rugged topography of the mesas. This survey captures a landscape primarily managed for conservation and recreation, where traditional land names like Mesa Gurule and Mesa Corral persist alongside protected wilderness.