Ladrones -

"Islas de los Ladrones" (Islands of Thieves) was the original Spanish name given to the , including Guam .

: The name was later changed to the Mariana Islands in honor of Queen Mariana of Austria, though "Ladrones" remained on many maps for centuries. Hike Sierra Ladrones and Ladron Peak - Stav is Lost Ladrones

: Much of the range is located within this refuge, which offers opportunities for wildlife observation but lacks established hiking trails. 🏝️ Historical Context: Islas de los Ladrones "Islas de los Ladrones" (Islands of Thieves) was

: The range contains thick sections of Pennsylvanian-age rocks (roughly 300 million years old), including the Sandia, Gray Mesa, and Atrasado formations. including the Sandia