2013 Map of Colorado Canyon

About this map

Lake Sumner and the intricate draws of Colorado Canyon dominate this landscape in eastern New Mexico. The terrain is marked by the winding course of Alamogordo Cr as it feeds into the lake, creating a complex drainage system across the high plains. Ranching operations are the primary human footprint, with the McRee Ranch and Head Ranch serving as focal points for the surrounding grazing lands. A network of rural routes, including Alamo Rd, Ranger Rd, and Head Ranch Rd, connects these isolated homesteads across the county line between Guadalupe and De Baca counties. The placement of Us-84 cutting diagonally across the western sections highlights the critical transportation corridor through this arid region, providing a contrast to the secondary tracks like Roping Rd and Little Drum Rd that service the interior ranch land.