2013 Map of Kiowa

About this map

Horseshoe Crater and Melon Mesa dominate the high volcanic plains of northeastern New Mexico, where the border of Colfax and Union counties cuts through a landscape of isolated peaks and dry lake beds. The settlement of Kiowa sits at the base of Kiowa Mesa, near the vital waters of Kiowa Springs. This area of the High Plains is characterized by scattered ranching outposts and small communities like Cunico and Wheeler. Genealogists will find the Mountainview Cem and Mtn View Cem located near the eastern boundary, serving as focal points for local family histories. The presence of numerous intermittent water bodies such as Widow Lake, Lakeside Lake, and Cassan Lake suggests a geography shaped by seasonal precipitation, while the high plateau of Kiowa Flats illustrates the expansive, open character of this cattle country.