2017 Map of Schmitz Ranch

About this map

Schmitz Ranch sits at the heart of this high-desert landscape in Rio Arriba County, where the terrain is defined by a complex network of mesa tops and deep drainage systems. The northern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the broad B S Mesa and the sharp relief of Cottonwood Canyon and Wild Horse Canyon, which feed toward Tapicito Cr. This 2017 survey reveals the intricate road network utilized for land management and resource access, including routes like Co RD 405 and Co RD 531. To the south, the geography shifts toward Wild Horse Mesa and the branching corridors of Las Norias Canyon and Cañon de los Ojitos. The map provides a clear picture of how topographic features dictate movement and settlement in this corner of New Mexico, tracing the legacy of ranching through its named landmarks and canyon systems.