2013 Map of Red River

About this map

Red River is the central hub of this alpine region, situated at the confluence of several mountain drainages within the Carson National Forest. The landscape is defined by the high peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, including Gold Hill and Relica Peak, which create a complex network of canyons such as Bonito Canyon and Bear Canyon. The town's economy and layout are shaped by its dual identity as a recreation destination and a place of resource extraction, evidenced by the Red River Ski Area and the Moly mining label in Sulphur Gulch. High-altitude water bodies like Goose Lake, Pioneer Lake, and Cabresto Lake dot the wilderness, while numerous campgrounds like Elephant Rock Campground and June Bug Campground trace the banks of the Red River itself. This survey captures the town just as modern infrastructure, including Red River Pass, began to fully integrate these remote mountain settlements into a broader regional network.