2020 Map of Pajaro Canyon

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses the high country of the Gallinas Mountains, a landscape defined by significant topographic relief and vital water catchments. The terrain rises to prominent heights at Gallinas Peak and West Turkey Cone, overlooking a network of deep drainages including Pajaro Canyon, Pinatosa Canyon, and Red Cloud Canyon. This area is characterized by a reliance on localized water sources such as Cement Spring and Gallinas Spring, alongside man-made improvements like Pinatosa Tank, Japanese Tank, and North Corn Tank. These features suggest a history of resource management for livestock and forest activity, supported by a sparse network of county roads and utility corridors like Pipeline Rd.