Map of San Miguel County, New Mexico

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Map of San Miguel County - San Miguel County is a county located in the U.S. state of New Mexico. San Miguel County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is San Miguel County located in the map, major cities in San Miguel county, population, areas, and places of interest.

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About San Miguel County, New Mexico

San Miguel County is a county located in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It's county seat is Las Vegas. As per 2020 census, the population of San Miguel County is 27150 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 4,717 sq mi (12,217 km2). San Miguel County was established on 1852.

San Miguel County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	New Mexico
County Seat	Las Vegas
Largest City/Town	Las Vegas
Established	1852
Total Area	4,736 sq mi (12,266 sq km)
Land Area	4,716 sq mi (12,215 sq km)
Water Area	20 sq mi (52 sq km)
Population	27,117 (Census 2020)
Population Density	5.7 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Mountain Time Zone
Major Highways	Interstate 25, Interstate 40, U.S. Highway 84, State Road 518
Major Rivers	Pecos River, Gallinas River, Canadian River tributaries
Neighboring Counties	Mora County, Harding County, Quay County, Guadalupe County, Torrance County, Santa Fe County, Taos County
Famous For	Historic Las Vegas, Old West heritage, mountain landscapes, and hot springs
Top Attractions	Las Vegas Historic District, Pecos National Historical Park nearby, Storrie Lake, and Montezuma Castle
Official Website	Official Website

About San Miguel County, New Mexico

San Miguel County is located in northeastern New Mexico and was established in 1852 during the territorial period. The county seat and largest city is Las Vegas, one of the state's most historic communities with preserved Old West architecture and cultural heritage. The county is known for mountain scenery, ranching traditions, historic landmarks, and scenic river valleys.

Cities and Towns in San Miguel County, New Mexico

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Las Vegas (county seat)	13,166	35.5939°N, 105.2239°W
Pecos	1,328	35.5778°N, 105.6750°W
Montezuma	Small historic village	35.6523°N, 105.2775°W
Ribera	314	35.3745°N, 105.4953°W
Rowe	412	35.4997°N, 105.6664°W
Conchas Dam	186	35.4050°N, 104.1931°W
Villanueva	233	35.2697°N, 105.3520°W
Trementina	Rural community	35.4608°N, 104.4847°W
Romero	Historic settlement	35.6345°N, 105.1853°W
Tecolotito	Small community	35.4875°N, 105.2292°W

Golf Courses in San Miguel County, New Mexico

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Gene Torres Golf Course	Las Vegas	35.6011°N, 105.2108°W
Pecos Valley Recreation Golf Area	Pecos	35.5792°N, 105.6744°W

Roads and Highways in San Miguel County, New Mexico

Major highways connect the county to central New Mexico, the High Plains, and mountain communities.

Interstate 25 - major north-south interstate connecting Las Vegas with Santa Fe and Raton
Interstate 40 - east-west interstate crossing the southern portion of the county
U.S. Highway 84 - highway linking Las Vegas with Santa Fe and eastern New Mexico
State Road 518 - scenic mountain route connecting Las Vegas with Mora and Taos regions

Neighboring Counties of San Miguel County

Mora County (north)
Harding County (northeast)
Quay County (east)
Guadalupe County (south)
Torrance County (southwest)
Santa Fe County (west)
Taos County (northwest)

Top Attractions in San Miguel County, New Mexico

The county offers a mix of historical, cultural, and outdoor attractions.

Las Vegas Historic District - preserved Victorian and Old West architecture
Montezuma Castle - historic landmark and former luxury resort near hot springs
Storrie Lake State Park - recreation area popular for boating, fishing, and camping
Pecos National Historical Park nearby - archaeological and Civil War history site
Villanueva State Park - scenic canyon park along the Pecos River
Montezuma Hot Springs - historic thermal spring area near Las Vegas
Gallinas River Recreation Areas - fishing and hiking opportunities
Las Vegas Plaza - historic town square with cultural landmarks
Conchas Lake nearby - reservoir known for boating and fishing
New Mexico Highlands University - historic university campus and cultural center
Hermit's Peak wilderness scenery - mountain hiking and outdoor recreation
Historic Route 66 corridors - vintage roadside attractions and scenic drives

Distance from San Miguel County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Las Vegas to Santa Fe (Santa Fe County), New Mexico - 65 mi (105 km)
Las Vegas to Albuquerque (Bernalillo County), New Mexico - 122 mi (196 km)
Las Vegas to Raton (Colfax County), New Mexico - 83 mi (134 km)
Las Vegas to Tucumcari (Quay County), New Mexico - 118 mi (190 km)
Las Vegas to Taos (Taos County), New Mexico - 131 mi (211 km)
Las Vegas to Roswell (Chaves County), New Mexico - 184 mi (296 km)
Las Vegas to Amarillo (Potter County), Texas - 245 mi (394 km)
Las Vegas to Denver (Denver County), Colorado - 331 mi (533 km)
Las Vegas to El Paso (El Paso County), Texas - 334 mi (537 km)
Las Vegas to Phoenix (Maricopa County), Arizona - 468 mi (753 km)
Las Vegas to Oklahoma City (Oklahoma County), Oklahoma - 402 mi (647 km)
Las Vegas to Tucson (Pima County), Arizona - 542 mi (872 km)

FAQs about San Miguel County

Where is San Miguel County located?

San Miguel County is located in northeastern New Mexico between the High Plains and mountain regions.

What is the population of San Miguel County?

The population of San Miguel County was 27,117 according to the Census 2020.

What is San Miguel County known for?

San Miguel County is known for historic Las Vegas, Old West architecture, scenic mountain landscapes, and hot springs.

What are the major highways in San Miguel County?

The county is served by Interstate 25, Interstate 40, U.S. Highway 84, and State Road 518.

Are there golf courses in San Miguel County?

Yes, San Miguel County has golf facilities including Gene Torres Golf Course in Las Vegas.

References

US Counties Map by State

Map of San Miguel County Map, New Mexico