2017 Map of Pine Canyon

About this map

Cibola National Forest encompasses the southern half of this landscape, marking a transition from the structured canyons to the protected timberlands of the Zuni Mountains. Along the northern edge of the forest boundary, Pine Canyon and the Las Tusas Valley provide distinct topographical relief, leading toward the waters of Bluewater Lake in the eastern section. This area is defined by its water management history, shown through features like the Tuas Mesa Stock Tank and Tusas Mesa Tank, which supported high-desert ranching. A network of local corridors, including Bluewater Rd and Ctry Rd 14, connects these remote drainages. The map captures the interface between McKinley Co and Cibola Co, illustrating how the modern road system follows the natural contours established by Cottonwood Cr and Sawyer Cr.