2013 Map of Purgatoire Canyon

About this map

Los Hermanos Penitentes Cem sits as a significant cultural marker on the high ground overlooking the deep cut of Purgatoire Canyon. The landscape is dominated by the meandering Purgatoire River, which has carved a dramatic series of bends and side canyons into the Las Animas County terrain, including Miller Canyon and Perea Canyon. This high desert environment is punctuated by vital water sources such as the Million Dollar Water Hole, Rail O Spring, and Surratt Spring. Further south, the map details the descent toward Trinchera Cr and its notable Trinchera Falls. The road network, including Us-160 and various county routes like Co Road 113, demonstrates how modern infrastructure navigates the complex topographical breaks of the canyon country while following the natural drainage patterns of the Salt Cr valley.