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2017 Map of Pine Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Pine Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Carson National Forest encompasses much of this high-plateau landscape in northern Rio Arriba County, defined by a complex network of mesas and drainage systems. The terrain is anchored by several prominent flat-topped features including Cereza Mesa, Ciruelas Mesa, and Chosa Mesa, which are separated by deep-cut watercourses like Cottonwood Canyon and Carrizo Canyon.

Water management and natural springs are central to the area's geography, evidenced by the named resources such as Pine Lake and Lost Lake. Numerous livestock or wildlife tanks and springs, including Ahogadero Tank and Piedra Blanca Spring, suggest a history of seasonal ranching or forest management. The presence of specialized forest routes like Cut Off Road and Iron Springs road provides insight into the accessibility and navigation of this high-elevation terrain for local users and forest rangers.