2013 Map of Parish Ranch

About this map

Rio Peñasco meanders across the arid northern reaches of this landscape, carving a distinct corridor through the high plains of Eddy County. The map documents a sparsely settled ranching region defined by its drainage systems and water management, where named features like Hoag Tank indicate the vital importance of livestock watering holes in this dry environment. Central to the local geography are several large landholdings, including Coffin Ranch along the western edge and Parish Ranch toward the east. The terrain is deeply inscribed by numerous dry washes and ephemeral watercourses, such as Red Tank Draw, Cat Claw Draw, and Fourmile Draw, which eventually feed into the North Seven Rivers system. A network of rural routes, including Co Road 21 and Co Road 50, connects these remote outposts, following the natural contours of the draws and the township and range boundaries established by the BLM.