New Mexico, Lea County, Hobbs
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Nomadic Indians and countless buffalo herds dominated the vast plain when the Vasquez de Coronado expedition explored it in 1541. Later it was the focus of Comanchero activity, and in the 19th century it became a center for cattle ranching. The name Llano Estacado, or stockaded planes, refers to the fortress-like appearance of its escarpments.
(Exploration) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Nomadic Indians and countless buffalo herds dominated the vast plain when the Vasquez de Coronado expedition explored it in 1541. Later it was the focus of Comanchero activity, and in the 19th century it became a center for cattle ranching. The name Llano Estacado, or stockaded planes, refers to the fortress-like appearance of its escarpments.(Exploration) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
