2020 Map of Veteado Mountain

About this map

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail winds through the high desert of west-central New Mexico, crossing the boundary between Cibola and Catron counties. This arid landscape is defined by its dramatic volcanic and tectonic topography, anchored by the prominent heights of Veteado Mtn and Techado Mtn. The survey reveals a complex network of seasonal drainages and canyons, including the significant Horse Camp Canyon, Wyche Canyon, and Pine Canyon. Water sources are scarce and vital in this environment, indicated by localized features like Dutch Lake, Spring Ten, and the seasonal Deep Water Draw. The map illustrates a remote terrain where human passage is primarily defined by long-distance trails and historical ranching activity, as seen in the various named draws such as Techado Draw, Tingle Draw, and Keller Draw that carve through the high plateaus.