1996 Map of Campo SW

About this map

Comanche National Grassland dominates this corner of Baca County, revealing a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainage systems and intermittent water sources. The topography is carved by numerous canyons, including the divergent branches of North Ute Canyon, West Ute Canyon, and the three distinct forks of Squaw Canyon. This 1996 revision by the USDA Forest Service highlights the area's utility and recreational infrastructure, notably the Picture Canyon Picnic Area and an isolated Pumping Station. These features, alongside scattered wells and gravel pits, underscore the management of these arid lands for both public use and livestock support. The map captures the rugged character of the High Plains before the turn of the millennium, documenting the vital springs and named landforms like Arthurs Canyon and Red Canyon that serve as essential landmarks in this open country.