2010 Map of Box Canyon Ranch

About this map

Box Canyon Ranch and Cass Ranch anchor this landscape in Eddy County, illustrating the enduring presence of ranching operations in New Mexico's arid interior. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainage features, including the aptly named Cat Claw Draw and the extensive Box Canyon. A sparse but essential road network, including Armstrong Rd and Rock Daisy Rd, connects these isolated homesteads across the desert floor. The map captures a high level of topographical detail along the prongs of North Prong Long Draw and South Prong Long Draw, revealing the complex natural irrigation and erosion patterns that dictate land use in this part of the state. It provides a clear look at the spatial relationship between family-named landmarks and the canyon systems like Deer Canyon and Goat Canyon.