2013 Map of Mills West

About this map

Kiowa National Grassland dominates this section of the High Plains, where the open prairie is sharply incised by the Canadian River and its tributary canyons. The landscape is defined by deep geological features such as Cañon Mestenito and Cañon Vercere, which provide a stark contrast to the surrounding Mestenito Valley. Evidence of ranching and early settlement persists in labels for Gonzales, Abernathy, and Gates, while the Mestenito Cem serves as a quiet marker of the area's residents. Near the eastern edge, the settlement of Mills and the nearby Orchard Ranch represent the persistent agricultural presence along State Hwy 39. The map also highlights the Mills Canyon Campground, reflecting the modern use of this dramatic terrain for public recreation within the federal grassland system.