Caprock
At the turn of the century, hardy and hardworking men and women moved to the rich lands along the Caprock in search of better lives. The common procedure was to start a homestead, dig a well, open a store and register a post office. Many times the post office would be managed by wives and mothers — probably because they could handle their postal responsibilities while taking care of children and managing a household. Often the newly-created town would be named for the homesteaders. Perhaps the homesteading couples in these five Caprock settlements knew each other.
Caprock Creek Ranch Adventures Inc.
Enjoy a mule-drawn wagon ride along the edge of the canyon. See breath- taking scenery — and maybe even Wild West bandits or a wagon hold up! While at the ranch, try "ropin’," "ridin’" or "cowchip throwin’". Take a scenic guided tour into the canyon. Chow down on a Chuck Wagon Meal. Relax and hear "Tall Tales" and good ole country music. Walk in the boots of the Cowboy's way of life, both in the wild west days and in the modern times. Cowboy noon and evening adventures are available year-round, weather permitting. 24 hour advance reservations are mightily appreciated.
Caprock Creek Ranch
1710 A. Quay road 50
San Jon, NM 88424
for reservations call 505-888-GIDDYUP
