2019 Map of Big Four Ranch

About this map

The Middle Fork Wichita River and North Wichita River carve through this section of the Rolling Plains where the borders of Foard, Knox, and King counties meet. This ranching landscape is defined by its drainage systems, including Good Cr and Buffalo Cr, which flow toward the larger Wichita River branches. The eponymous Big Four Ranch serves as a central landmark in an area otherwise characterized by extensive rangeland and a network of county roads. The terrain shows the transition from the high plains into the breaks of the Wichita River, with cattle ranching operations evidenced by the naming of Alexander Ranch Rd and other rural infrastructure. This 2019 survey documents the enduring pastoral character of North Texas, where large landholdings continue to shape the local geography and economy.