2011 Map of Leandro Canyon

About this map

La Jara Creek winds through this high-desert landscape in Rio Arriba County, carving a path between the prominent tablelands of Devils Mesa and La Jara Mesa. The terrain is defined by a series of deep drainage systems, including Leandro Canyon, Horse Canyon, and Buck Canyon, which converge toward the southern boundary near Chosa Mesa. Water management in this arid environment is evident through specific points like Leandro Tank and various seasonal catchments such as Bullsnake Pond and Phones Pond. A complex network of numbered forest and local roads, including routes like 301a1 and 357, provides access to the mesas and canyon floors, reflecting the area's use for ranching and resource management in the early 21st century.