2022 Map of Doss Canyon North

About this map

The Purgatoire River carves a deep, winding path through this corner of Las Animas County, creating a dramatic corridor of canyons and arroyos. Most of the terrain is dedicated to the Comanche National Grassland and the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site, highlighting the area's modern status as a mix of protected conservation land and military training grounds. The drainage network is complex, with Lockwood Arroyo and Taylor Arroyo feeding into larger systems like Purgatoire Canyon. Local geography is further defined by a series of named side canyons including Doss Canyon, Little Pine Canyon, and Dead Horse Canyon. This map provides a clear record of the intersection between these public lands and the natural riparian system, showing how the river serves as the primary topographical anchor for the region.