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2023 Map of Rancho del Chaparral

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Rancho del Chaparral
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Santa Fe National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in New Mexico, where the peaks of the Sierra Nacimiento rise above a complex network of canyons and mesas. The drainage systems of the Rio de las Vacas and Rito Peñas Negras define the local topography, carving paths through the Blue Bird Mesa and Rock Creek Mesa. Water sources are critical features in this arid environment, marked by sites such as Deer Lake, Horseshoe Spring, and the Krause Tank.

Remote terrain features like Big Mountain and Smokey Bear Hill stand as prominent landmarks for navigation across the forest. The map documents the intricate canyon systems that feed the larger watercourses, including Senorito Canyon and San Miguel Canyon. This survey captures the character of the northern Jemez Mountains region, focusing on the natural hydrology and topographical relief that shapes the forest's management and recreational use.