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2020 Map of Navajo Peak

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Navajo Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Rio Chama Wild and Scenic River carves a central path through this northern New Mexico landscape, serving as a boundary between the Santa Fe National Forest and Carson National Forest. The topography is defined by high tablelands and deep drainages, including the prominent Mesa de los Viejos and Mesa Golondrina. Named peaks like Navajo Peak and geological features such as The Hogback rise above a network of canyons, including Huckbay Canyon and Chavez Canyon.

Resource management and agricultural history are evident through the numerous named water catchments and springs scattered across the territory, such as Valdez Tank, Golondrina Tank, and Parrot Spring. The confluence of several waterways, including the Rio Cebolla and Rio Gallina, highlights the vital role of the Rio Chama watershed in this arid environment. The map also identifies historical infrastructure like the Hart Canyon road, reflecting the accessibility of these timbered and grazing lands.