South Petaca, New Mexico
South Petaca: Situated in Rio Arriba County, northern New Mexico, at an elevation of 7,221 feet, this rural community lies within the Tusas Mountains.
About
South Petaca is a city located in the county of Rio Arriba in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about South Petaca
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.4972,-106.0103 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 03:05:05 (10th November 2026) |
| Weather | 32℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
South Petaca is located at 36°29'50"N 106°0'37"W (36.4972400, -106.0103000).
South Petaca map
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Weather
Clear, with a low around 32. North wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to South Petaca, 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 South Petaca, 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 |
| AMC | Alamosa, CO | 111 Pike Avenue | BUS |
| LMY | Lamy station | Santa Fe County Road 33 | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to South Petaca.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Vall Post Office | Vallecitos (NM) | 87581 |
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 |