2011 Map of Valle Toledo

About this map

Valle Toledo and its adjacent montane meadows define this high-altitude landscape within the Jemez Mountains. The terrain is characterized by large open basins and volcanic peaks, including Cerro Toledo and Pajarito Mountain. This 2011 survey documents the drainage patterns of the San Antonio Creek and the headwaters of the East Fork Jemez River, which wind through the valles. On the eastern edge, the Pajarito Mountain Ski Area and the Quemazon Trl provide evidence of modern recreational use. The map also captures several traditional transit corridors, such as Indian Service Route 602 near Turkey Canyon. The nomenclature of the region, from Rincon de los Soldados to Sierra de los Valles, reflects the deep Spanish and indigenous cultural history of Sandoval County, where these high valleys served as vital grazing lands for generations.