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Situated at the border of Mexico, this county stretches along 86 miles of its length. This bootheel county, is bordered by Grand County to the north and east. Arizona runs along the western side of the Hidalgo County. Scenic beauty and panoramic views are part of every day here. With 20 mountain ranges dotting the county, there is wide diversity in plant and animal species here. In fact, it is home to over 91 species of mammals. While the desert species of plants like cacti are seen in lower elevations, higher altitudes are home to different plant species. Along with the wide variety of mammals, wildlife such as mountain lions, coyotes, reptiles and various amphibians are present too. The southern part of Hidalgo county along with Arizona make up the ‘Sky islands’, and are a cooler and wetter destination.

natural beauty

Resplendent in natural beauty, the county stretches over 3445 sq. miles, and is made up of the towns of Lordsburg, Animas, Playas, Cotton City, Rodeo and Virden. Of these, the most populated city is Lordsburg. Dotted with farms and ranches, the county has two school districts, two post offices, 24 churches and five cemeteries.

Cotton City
Rodeo

Interesting facts and trivia about Hidalgo County

  • Home to farming, mining and ranching communities for a long time, Hidalgo County was formed in 1919 from the Grand County.
  • It is known to have been named after Miguel Dolores Hidalgo, who led Mexico’s revolution in 1810. This revolution played a pivotal role in giving independence to Mexico from Spain.
  • This is the southernmost county of New Mexico.
  • The Coronado and Gila national forests are located here.
  • Agriculture is the leading contributor to the county’s economy. Refining of copper is the second most important contributor.
  • The region used to be once popular for mining of silver and gold.