Wildlife
Colfax County, NM
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service refuge on the western edge of the Great Plains near Maxwell, established in 1965 for migratory birds. Reservoirs, grasslands, and croplands concentrate waterfowl, sandhill cranes, and raptors—an under-covered Colfax County wildlife stop between Raton and Las Vegas.
| Region | Colfax County, NM |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.5695, -104.5868 |
| Managing agency | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Established | 1965 |
| Focus | Migratory birds / waterfowl |
| Habitats | Lakes, wetlands, shortgrass prairie, cropland |
| Region | Western Great Plains / Raton Basin edge |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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