Llano Estacado

The Llano Estacado, meaning "Staked Plains" in Spanish, is a large, flat upland region covering parts of Texas and New Mexico. Known for its expansive, treeless landscape, it features high plains with rich, fertile soil ideal for agriculture. Its elevation varies from 3,000 to 4,000 feet above sea level, creating a vast, open environment with few natural barriers. The area is important historically for indigenous peoples and early settlers, and today, it supports farming, ranching, and energy development. Its unique geography contributes to its striking, almost boundless appearance, emphasizing its significance in the southwestern U.S.