2017 Map of Datil

About this map

Datil stands at the junction of several canyon systems in the southwestern reaches of the Cibola National Forest. The landscape is defined by its arid topography, where prominent heights like Indian Peak and Twin Peaks rise above a series of named draws and water tanks. The settlement of Homestead and the presence of the Datil Cem provide key points of reference for local family history and genealogical research in Catron County. Water management is a primary feature of this terrain, evidenced by numerous basins such as Dean Tank, Clark Tank, and the naturally occurring Hidden Lake to the east. Navigating through Main Canyon and Crosby Canyon, the map illustrates a network of ranching and forest infrastructure developed around these scarce water sources and the dramatic geological formations of the Datil Mountains.