2020 Map of San Luis

About this map

The Rio Puerco carves a deep valley through this arid landscape, a region defined by its prominent mesa formations and deep-rooted New Mexican heritage. The small settlements of San Luis and Cabezon sit within this terrain, connected by the historical route of Old State Hwy 279. High ground is dominated by landforms like Mesa San Luis and Bosque Grande Mesa, while the northern portion of the map includes the sharp rise of Cerro Colorado. For hikers and conservationists, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds across the western hills, tracing the rugged topography. The presence of numerous named water catchments, including Alamito Tank Number Sixteen and Pipeline Tank, underscores the critical importance of water management in this livestock-grazing country. This map records the enduring spatial relationships of the Rio Puerco valley, where family-named features like Arroyo Chavez and Rincon Leandro speak to generations of land use.