2013 Map of Coyote Mesa

About this map

Philmont Scout Ranch anchors this high-desert landscape in Colfax County, where the southern Sangre de Cristo Mountains transition into the sweeping plateaus of Coyote Mesa and Urraca Mesa. The terrain is defined by dramatic vertical relief, notably at the Tooth of Time Ridge, a landmark that has guided travelers for generations. This area is a significant hub for outdoor education and regional history, featuring a network of backcountry camps such as Urraca Camp, Zastro Camp, and Rocky Mountain Scout Camp. Water remains the most critical resource in this arid environment, marked by the courses of the Cimarron River and Rayado Cr, as well as uniquely named landmarks like Toothache Spring and Backache Spring. The map reflects a landscape managed for both ranching and recreation, with roads like Cattle Headquarters Rd and Opportunidad Rd connecting the remote Buffalo Pasture to state routes.