2010 Map of Loco Canyon

About this map

Rio Felix meanders through this landscape of deep drainages and cattle country, defining the hydrology of the southern reaches. The area is characterized by a series of significant canyons including Loco Canyon, Lincoln Canyon, and Salt House Canyon, which carve through the terrain and suggest the challenging topography of this part of Chaves County. Small-scale ranching and aviation infrastructure are evident, notably at the Flying H Ranch Airport and the R Vandewart Ranch. These features, along with names like Joy Ranch and Funk, point to a sparsely populated region where life revolves around water sources like Janey Tank and the seasonal flows of Crooked Creek. The map provides a detailed record of the road networks and ranch boundaries that have historically organized this rural New Mexico environment.