Reeves County lies in Far West Texas, where the Chihuahuan Desert covers much of the landscape. Pecos serves as the county seat and proudly calls itself the “Home of the World’s First Rodeo.” It’s a bold title, but one the community stands behind.

Oil and gas production play a major role in the local economy, keeping the area busy despite its remote setting. The scenery is rugged and striking, with the Pecos River winding through the desert and providing an important source of water. Nearby Balmorhea State Park is famous for its enormous spring-fed swimming pool, one of the largest of its kind in the world.

Summers can be intense, with temperatures regularly climbing above 100 degrees and stretches of extreme heat lasting for weeks. The county is named after George R. Reeves, a Texas legislator and early state leader. With its ranching traditions, rodeo culture, and desert landscape, Reeves County still carries plenty of the spirit of the Old West.