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2011 Map of Mount Taylor

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Mount Taylor
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Mount Taylor dominates this high-altitude landscape in Cibola County, an area defined by its deep drainages and vital water sources. The map illustrates a transition from the peaks down through dramatic landforms like Water Canyon, Timber Canyon, and Castillo Canyon. While the terrain is primarily natural, the presence of the Mount Taylor Mine and the Tso-Dzil Ranch indicates the region's enduring connection to New Mexico's resource-based and ranching economies.

A network of springs, including Cañovitas Spring, De Armand Spring, and Raton Spring, provides the essential hydration for this arid environment, feeding intermittent waterways such as Rinconada Creek and Encinal Creek. Navigation through this backcountry is shown via local infrastructure like Co RD 18 and Forest SVC 400 RD, providing a clear picture of how this high-desert territory is accessed and utilized in the modern era.