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2017 Map of Cimarron

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Cimarron
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Cimarron sits at the convergence of mountain canyons and high plains, serving as a gateway to the rugged New Mexico backcountry. The town layout is clearly defined by historical thoroughfares like Maxwell Blvd and Lambert Hills Blvd, while the surrounding terrain is dominated by a complex network of drainages including the Cimarron River and Ponil Cr. The map captures the transition from the structured residential grid of the village to the expansive cattle and ranching lands that have defined Colfax County for generations.

Long-distance routes like the Dean Trl and Turkey Creek Trl wind through landmarks such as Chase Canyon and Indian Head, illustrating the area's significance for wilderness navigation. The geography is punctuated by significant vertical features like Antelope Mesa and Slate Hill, which hem in the narrow valleys. To the east, French Lake provides a notable water source in a landscape otherwise defined by the deep incisions of McBride Canyon and Juan Brailla Canyon.