1951 Map of Mt Sedgwick

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Cibola National Forest encompasses the high-altitude landscape of Valencia County, New Mexico, dominated by the peak of Mt Sedgwick. This 1951 field check captures a rugged interior environment defined by massive plateau features like Salitre Mesa and a complex drainage system of deep canyons. These corridors, including Pole Canyon and Limekiln Canyon, carve through the forest, revealing the area's geological character. Significant water sources like Ojo Redondo and its associated Ojo Redondo Canyon indicate the scarce but vital riparian locations in this arid upland. The presence of isolated windmills and unimproved trails suggests a landscape primarily used for seasonal grazing and forest management rather than permanent settlement. The eastern boundary of the forest is clearly delineated, showing where the wilderness of Cerro Colorado meets the surrounding territory.