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2013 Map of Leandro Canyon

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Leandro Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Carson National Forest terrain defines this portion of Rio Arriba County, where a complex network of high mesas and deep drainages dictates the movement of water and travelers alike. Prominent landforms such as Devils Mesa, La Jara Mesa, and Vigas Mesa rise above the surrounding canyons, creating a high-altitude landscape focused on livestock management and water conservation. The prevalence of named water sources, including Gomez Tank, Leandro Tank, and several family-named springs like Arnold Spring and Gettem Spring, highlights the critical importance of water rights in this semi-arid environment.

Leandro Canyon serves as a primary geographic artery, joined by numerous smaller features such as Ruben Canyon and Valencia Canyon. These named canyons and mesas provide a detailed record of local toponymy and land use within the national forest boundaries. A sophisticated system of forest roads, including routes 357 and 314, connects these remote locations, facilitating access to seasonal grazing lands and water storage points like Laguna Seca and Badland Pond.