2013 Map of Clifton House

About this map

Raton and its southern neighboring settlements are anchored by the north-south transport corridor that follows the historic paths of the Canadian River and its tributaries. This 2013 survey captures the landscape as it transitions from the industrial mining-related street names in Dillon—such as Ore Ave and Gold St—to the expansive ranching and irrigation terrain further south. The map illustrates a complex drainage system where Raton Creek and Chicorica Creek meander through the high plains toward the Davis Reservoir. To the west, the prominent topography of Green Mountain and the Clifton Hills provides a stark contrast to the flatter mesa lands like Black Mesa to the east. This area remains a vital junction for New Mexico, preserving the names of early waypoints like Clifton House and Stockton along the river's path.