2017 Map of Atencio

About this map

Atencio sits in the high plateau country of northeast New Mexico, where the plains give way to a complex network of breaks and drainages. The landscape is defined by the east-flowing Carrizozo Creek, which carves through the terrain beneath the prominent Piñon Ridge. This area, characterized by its ranching history and sparse population, is etched with numerous named canyons such as Box Canyon, Rodriguez Canyon, and Carl Canyon, each reflecting the geographic orientation required for navigating this varied topography.