2023 Map of Mule Canyon

About this map

Carson National Forest terrain dominates this Rio Arriba County landscape, where the high-altitude topography of northern New Mexico is etched by complex drainages and ridges. The presence of Tusas Cem and the Vallecitos landmark point to the sparse but enduring human footprint in this high-country region. Much of the mapping focuses on the extensive network of livestock water infrastructure, including Bicara Tank, Salt Ground Tank, and Martinez Number Two Tank, which support ranching across the rugged canyons.