2013 Map of Horseshoe Bend NW

About this map

Elevenmile Ranch and Riley Ranch sit as solitary points of habitation within this expansive stretch of the High Plains along the border of Lincoln and Chaves Counties. The landscape is defined by its drainage patterns, most notably the wide paths of Blackwater Draw and Big Draw which cut across the eastern sections. These geographical features, along with named relief like Border Hill and Deadman Canyon, underscore the isolated ranching character of the region. Local travel is facilitated by a network of rural routes including Co Road E034 and Co Road E035, which provide the primary access to these remote operations in the early 21st century.