2023 Map of Laguna Seca

About this map

Cibola National Forest spans a high-desert landscape defined by complex mesas and seasonal water sources along the boundary of McKinley and Sandoval counties. The terrain is dominated by prominent elevations such as Mesa Chivato and Santa Rosa Peaks, while drainage systems like Guadalupe Canyon and Cañon de Santa Rosa carve deep into the plateau. This map reveals a reliance on essential water points in an arid environment, noting numerous springs and tanks including Ojo del la Cobra, Pinabeta Tank, and the eponymous Laguna Seca. The presence of several "Ojos" and the Valle de las Animas reflects the deep cultural history of Spanish-named landmarks in this high-altitude region. Ranching infrastructure is evident through features like the Horse Pasture Stock Tank, showing how the land was managed within the forest boundaries.