1970 Map of Little Fielder Draw

About this map

The Pecos River cuts a deep, winding path through the limestone-scored terrain of Val Verde County, anchoring a landscape defined by dramatic draws and canyons. By the early 1970s, this area remained largely an expanse of ranch land, evidenced by the presence of the Cash Ranch and White Ranch. These remote holdings are connected by a network of Jeep Trails that negotiate the high ground between complex drainage systems like Big Fielder Draw and Little Fielder Draw. Freshwater sources were vital in this arid environment, with Tardy Spring and Scott Spring appearing near the river's edge. The nomenclature of the surrounding canyons—including Oppenheimer, Mule, and Hog—reflects the local ranching heritage and the physical character of the breaks leading down to the river valley.