La Cuestecita, New Mexico
La Cuestecita: Situated in the high desert foothills of northern New Mexico's Rio Arriba County, this rural unincorporated community sits at an approximate elevation of 6,900 feet.
About
La Cuestecita is a city located in the county of Rio Arriba in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about La Cuestecita
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.1642,-105.8039 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 03:33:37 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 28℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
La Cuestecita is located at 36°9'51"N 105°48'14"W (36.1641900, -105.8039100).
La Cuestecita map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to La Cuestecita, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188225 | University of New Mexico-Taos Campus | Ranchos de Taos (NM) | 87557 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to La Cuestecita, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAF | Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico | No specific stop location | BUS |
| LMY | Lamy station | Santa Fe County Road 33 | RAIL |
| LSV | Las Vegas station | Railroad & Lincoln Streets | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to La Cuestecita.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chamisal Post Office | Chamisal (NM) | 87521 |
Other cities in Rio Arriba County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rio Arriba County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Española | 9,981 | City primarily in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, in the United States |
| Chimayo | 3,177 | City in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Dulce | 2,743 | Census-designated place (CDP) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States |
| Santa Clara | 1,761 | Village in Grant County, New Mexico, United States |