2020 Map of San Jose

About this map

The Pecos River carves a deep valley through this portion of San Miguel County, anchoring a series of small riverside settlements including San Jose, Lucero, and El Ancon. These communities are situated along the river's path as it winds south of the Santa Fe National Forest, which dominates the northern half of the landscape. The geography is defined by a complex network of canyons and arroyos, such as La Madera Canyon and Telephone Canyon, which drain into the river system. Local transit is concentrated along the river corridor, where the Santa Ana Frontage Rd and other local routes connect the valley floor to the higher elevations of the forest. The map reveals the classic New Mexican settlement pattern of clustered villages established near reliable water sources amidst a landscape of steep topography and numerous seasonal drainages like Corrales Cr and Mortandad Cr.