EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Bowen family, owners of one of the most iconic ranches in the region, announced after more than a century of ranching on the northeastern edge of El Paso, they will be saying farewell to Bowen Ranch. The 88,000-acre expanse of desert, mountains, and memories has been more than a cattle operation but has also become an integral part of El Paso’s identity, the family wrote in a letter posted to social media.
The Bowen family reflected on the connection they’ve had with the land and its people in the emotional letter. The announcement marks the closing that the family wrote has shaped generations, from ranching traditions to community service and personal milestones.
“This land has carried our family’s footsteps for over a century. It has seen births, weddings, homecomings, and heartbreaks. It has weathered droughts and wildfires, hosted celebrations and solemn farewells,” the Bowen family wrote. “Bowen Ranch has stood as a quiet witness to the passage of time, and now, that time is drawing to a close.”
According to the family, the City of El Paso is set to reclaim the land later this year.
“Saying goodbye is not easy. It’s not just the loss of a ranch—it’s the closing of a place that has shaped lives, held memories, and served as a gathering ground for generations of El Pasoans,” the letter read.
Earlier this month, the ranch had notified the public that its cattle and horses had been let out due to the fencing being cut.
On September 18, they alleged Texas Department of Transportation of El Paso had cut the fences, leading to the animals making their way onto the roadway.
The area where the ranch is located has seen development of homes and businesses, bringing more commuters to the area near Chaparral, New Mexico.
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