2023 Map of Maes

About this map

Juan Torres Cem stands as a focal point for family history in this corner of San Miguel County, located just south of the distinctive Juan Torres Lake. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems, including Cañon Vegocito and Cañon Largo, which carve through the high mesa country. These geographical features dictated the placement of early ranching infrastructure and local routes like Co RD c53a. To the south, the protected expanse of the Sabinoso Wilderness preserves the complex terrain of Cañon Silva and Cañon Lucero, where the deep canyons offer a look at the region's primitive character. This survey illustrates how the rugged topography of north-central New Mexico has shaped land use from early settlement through modern conservation efforts.