2017 Map of Alamosa Creek

About this map

Alamosa Creek winds through the canyons of northeastern New Mexico, defining a landscape marked by complex drainage networks and traditional land partitions. The area is characterized by dramatic topographic features such as Las Mesas Del-Conjelon and the high ridges of the Cuernudo Hills. Water is the primary architect of this terrain, evident in the numerous named draws and canyons like Bootlegger Canyon, Cañon Bonito, and Cañon Cuevitas. Local ranchers and land managers have long relied on scattered water sources such as MacArthur Tank, Mayes Spring, and Bootlegger Spring to sustain activity in this arid environment. The map shows the convergence of several major drainages, including Carrizo Cr and Vermejo Cr, which feed into the larger creek system. Historically, these named canyons and springs often served as vital landmarks for travel and livestock grazing across the high plains and mesa country.