2020 Map of Wildhorse Mesa

About this map

Wildhorse Mesa and Pine Mesa dominate this high-altitude landscape in Santa Fe County, where water management is the primary signature of land use. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous drainages, including Tarhole Canyon, Hub Canyon, and Buckhorn Canyon, which feed into the central Cañada Estacada. Scattered throughout the high desert are essential water features such as The Seep, Cañoncito Spring, and a complex network of tanks like Estracada Tank Number 1, Comanche Tank, and Rock Quarry Tank. This concentration of catchment infrastructure reflects the historical necessity of securing water for livestock and local habitation in an arid environment. The map also traces the winding routes of local thoroughfares including Ojo De La Vaca Rd and Co Rd 34, providing a clear record of the modern road network navigating the bluffs and arroyos.