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2017 Map of Tin Pan Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Tin Pan Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Brilliant stands as a central point of reference in this high-altitude landscape where the Sangre de Cristo foothills meet the plains. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and named canyons, including Tin Pan Canyon, Dillon Canyon, and Gardiner Canyon, all carving through the high tablelands. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the Canadian River meanders through the breaks near its headwaters, joined by seasonal flows from Rice Canyon and Potato Canyon.

Transportation through this complex topography follows historic routes like Old Raton Pass Rd and Dillon Canyon Rd, which navigate the steep elevation changes. The state boundary between Colorado and New Mexico runs across the northern edge, separating Las Animas and Colfax counties. This 2017 digital survey provides an exacting look at the modern road network, from named trails like Aspen Trl to the larger corridors of York Canyon Rd, reflecting the area's continued use for transit and resource access.