2023 Map of Vermejo Park

About this map

Vermejo Park sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape in northern Colfax County, where the border between New Mexico and Colorado is defined by the survey line between Las Animas County and Colfax County. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of drainages including the Vermejo River, the North Fork Vermejo River, and the headwaters of the Canadian River. Named topographical features such as The Little Wall and San Francisco Pass suggest the traditional routes and natural barriers that have shaped movement through these canyons for generations. The map reveals a remote backcountry crossed by primitive roads like Bear Camp Rd and Bartlett Rd, leading to secluded spots such as Merrick Lake and Castle Rock Park. Notable landmarks like Crazy Woman Canyon and Bubbling Springs reflect the local nomenclature of this ranching and wilderness area.