2013 Map of Wheeler Peak

About this map

Taos Ski Valley and the small settlement of Twining serve as the primary human touchpoints in this high-altitude landscape dominated by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. As of 2013, the area remains largely defined by the expansive Carson National Forest, where steep drainages like Long Canyon and Gavilan Canyon descend toward the Rio Hondo. The survey identifies numerous alpine peaks, including Mt Walter and Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico. Small outposts and recreational markers like the Blue Lake Cabin, Ditch Cabin, and Twining Campground indicate the intersection of wilderness and seasonal activity. High-mountain hydrology is meticulously documented, showing the headwaters of the West Fork Red River and Rio Lucero, along with several isolated water bodies such as Williams Lake and Lost Lake.