2010 Map of Horse Mountain

About this map

The Animas Mountains dominate the western portion of this 2010 topographic record, dropping away into the broad expanse of the Playas Valley to the east. This landscape in Hidalgo County is defined by its ranching heritage and high-desert drainage patterns, where seasonal waters like Cowboy Creek, Bluff Creek, and Tullous Creek carve through the arid terrain. The map documents large-scale landholdings characteristic of the region, including the Great Lakes Land and Cattle Company and several established family-named outposts. Notable landmarks such as Horse Mountain and the distinct edge of Cowboy Rim provide significant orientation points for anyone studying the geographical transition between the rugged mountains and the flat valley floors where County RD-C012 provides the primary access route.