2013 Map of Shady Brook

About this map

Carson National Forest dominates this mountain landscape, where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains meet the Santa Fe Mountains. The settlements of Shady Brook and Valle Escondido are established along the northern drainage of Rio Fernando de Taos, illustrating the modern human footprint within these protected highlands. The terrain is defined by a dense network of canyons, including Mondragon Canyon and Buena Suerte Canyon, which channel seasonal snowmelt into systems like the Rio Chiquito. Public recreation is well-represented through sites like Capulin Campground and the Rio Chiquito Picnic Area. The boundary between Taos County and Mora County cuts through the southern Rincon Mountains, marking a transition into more remote wilderness areas such as Osha Park.