2020 Map of Beaver Canyon

About this map

The Canadian River cuts through the high plains of northeastern New Mexico, defining a landscape of deep drainage systems and ranching heritage. This 2020 survey illustrates the complex topography of the Kiowa National Grassland as it straddles the boundary of Harding and Mora Counties. The terrain is marked by numerous canyons, including Cañon de la Cueva, Whitman Canyon, and the central Beaver Canyon, which provide natural corridors and water sources in an otherwise arid environment. Along the river, dramatic geographical features like Upper Horseshoe Bend indicate the slow, powerful erosion that has shaped this region over millennia. The map shows the sparse road network, with routes like Salamon Rd providing access to these protected grasslands, where the intersection of Spanish-named landforms and federal land management preserves a distinct Western character.