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2013 Map of Toltec Mesa

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Toltec Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Rio de los Pinos carves through the northern reaches of this high-altitude landscape, defining the dramatic Toltec Gorge and the adjacent Toltec Canyon. This 2013 survey illustrates a transition zone where the Rio Grande National Forest meets the Carson National Forest along the border of Colorado and New Mexico. The terrain is characterized by massive elevations such as Toltec Mesa, Osier Mesa, and Brazos Ridge, which are dissected by numerous drainage systems including Cruces Cr and Escondido Cr.

Human presence is sparse, centered on the settlement of Toltec and the Nelaganey Ranch near the river. For those exploring the backcountry, the map identifies specific recreational sites like the Upper Lagunitas Campground and Lower Lagunitas Campground near Lagunitas Tank. The sheet is also notable for its extensive network of water catchment features, such as Beaver Tank, Corral Tank, and North Largo Tank, essential for land management in this high-country environment.