This is a series of geocaches to commemorate our Great State of New Mexico. All of the geocaches are named for settlements that once thrived in Dona Ana county but some of them are now nothing more than footnotes in our history. They have all played an important role in the settling and growth of our county and some of them are still active communities, rich with culture, architecture, and historic buildings.
Spanish for "colt". Community 3 miles N of Texas border on SPRR, 36 miles W of EI Paso. Named for two mountain ranges in SW part of county. Post Office 1908-1914. East Potrillo and West Potrillo are separated by Mt. Riley.