2023 Map of San Simon Cienega

About this map

San Simon Cienega sits at the heart of this borderland landscape where the high desert terrain of the San Simon Valley meets the rising slopes of the Peloncillo Mountains. This survey captures the arid geography along the Arizona-New Mexico state line, specifically the transition from Cochise and Hidalgo counties. The hydrological character of the region is defined by the San Simon River, which provides a vital water source in an otherwise dry expanse. Modern land use is indicated by a network of rural routes such as W Whetten Rd, S Coati Trl, and Swift Trl, which connect the scattered points of human activity within the valley. The map documents the precise intersection of public land survey systems across the state boundary, reflecting the ongoing significance of these jurisdictional lines in managing the desert landscape.