2013 Map of Lapis Point

About this map

Tapicito Creek winds through the high desert terrain of northern New Mexico, carving through the dramatic geography of Las Norias Canyon. This landscape in Rio Arriba County is defined by its prominent landforms, including the high plateau of Wild Horse Mesa and the sharp overlook at Lapis Point. Evidence of the area's grazing history is found at the Apache Bull Pasture and the isolated Las Norias Windmill, which served as a vital water source for livestock in this arid environment. The map details the intricate contour lines of Eagles Nest and the surrounding mesas, revealing a sparsely populated region where infrastructure is limited to primitive routes like J 6.