2017 Map of Bonine Canyon

About this map

Bonine Canyon and the surrounding high desert terrain define this transition point between Cibola and Catron counties. The landscape is marked by a network of drainage systems including Tank Canyon, Goat Tank Canyon, and Cebolla Canyon, which channel toward the Cebollita Cr in the southeast. While largely an unpopulated wilderness, the area is accessible through a grid of rural routes such as Catron Co Rd A079 and Elk Ridge Rd. The presence of the Pony Express Trl suggests a lineage of historic transit through these canyons, while names like Rancho Grande Lp and Maverick Rd reflect the region's enduring ranching heritage. This 2017 survey serves as a detailed record of the topography and modern access roads in a sparsely settled portion of New Mexico.