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2020 Map of Laguna Peak

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Laguna Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Rio Chama Wild and Scenic River carves a significant course through this portion of Northern New Mexico, marking a transition between the Carson National Forest to the north and the Santa Fe National Forest to the south. This landscape is defined by its dramatic topography, featuring prominent elevations such as Laguna Peak and high plateaus like Mesa de los Viejos and Mesa Alta. The network of seasonal drainages and canyons, including Chavez Canyon and Ojitos Canyon, underscores the complex hydrology of the Rio Chama watershed.

The long-distance Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the central terrain, providing a modern throughway amidst traditional geographic landmarks like Mesa Laguna and Mesa Gurule. Numerous water sources, such as Gallegos Spring and Los Indios Spring, are scattered across the mesas, indicating historic points of interest for local land use and transit. Access is largely defined by the rugged environment, with Chama Canyon Road following the river corridor.