2010 Map of Fishers Peak

About this map

Fisher Peak Mesa dominates this landscape in southern Las Animas County, where the high plains meet the dramatic volcanic uplifts near the New Mexico border. The settlement of San Miguel sits in the northeast along the waters of San Miguel Creek, while the southwestern corner is defined by the drainage of Raton Creek and the corridor of Interstate 25. This survey highlights a network of vital water sources in a semi-arid environment, including First Spring, Second Spring, and Pearl Spring, which served as critical points for cattle and wildlife. Canyons such as Moores Canyon and Coblett Canyon carve through the mesa edges, leading to distinct plateaus like Big Flat and Marion Flat. The map reveals how the geography shaped local life, with family-named locations like Cassidays Spring and the prominent landmark of Fishers Peak anchoring the high-altitude terrain.