Near Melrose in Curry County, New Mexico — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Llano Estacado

Photographed By Bill Kirchner, April 29, 2014

1. Llano Estacado Marker

Inscription. Nomadic Indians and countless buffalo herds dominated this vast plain when the Vásquez 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 plains, refers to the fortress-like appearance of its escarpments.

Erected by New Mexico Historic Preservation Division.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Environment • Exploration. A significant historical year for this entry is 1541.

Location. 34° 25.515′ N, 103° 44.656′ W. Marker is near Melrose, New Mexico, in Curry County. Marker is on U.S. 60 at milepost 357, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Melrose NM 88124, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 1 other marker is within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Estella García/Fabric Artists: Women of the WPA (approx. 8.7 miles away).

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Photographed By Bill Kirchner, April 29, 2014

2. Back of Llano Estacado Marker

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New Mexico's Historic Markers typically have a map on the back side showing the location of other OSHM's. This is an excellent source of information when exploring for other Historical Markers and locations.

Photographed By Bill Kirchner, April 29, 2014

3. Llano Estacado Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 14, 2014, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,059 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 14, 2014, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.