2023 Map of Tres Piedras NE

About this map

Río Grande del Norte National Monument covers the expansive northern New Mexico terrain of the Taos plateau, where high volcanic peaks rise above the high-altitude sagebrush plains. This landscape is defined by massive shield volcanoes and cinder cones, most notably the prominent Cerro de la Olla in the north and Cerro Montoso to the southeast. These geological features create significant relief against the surrounding basin, with Brushy Mtn marking the eastern edge of the quadrangle. The map details the complex topography of these volcanic landforms within the national monument, providing an essential resource for understanding the volcanic history and protected natural heritage of Taos County.