2013 Map of Bakers Crossing

About this map

The Devils River carves a deep path through the West Texas landscape, serving as the primary geographical focus for this Val Verde County survey. This arid region is defined by its series of rugged drainages, including Harland Canyon, Burnt Canyon, and Hudson Canyon, which draw down toward the river's valley. Near the confluence of these canyons, Bakers Crossing stands as a significant waypoint, anchored by the nearby S Baker Ranch and W Baker Ranch. Further south, the terrain rises toward White Gap, illustrating the difficult topography that isolated these ranching outposts. The map documents a sparsely populated area where survival and commerce are closely tied to water sources like Huffstutler Springs. Other remote operations such as the Nix River Ranch Strip and Jarrett Ranch demonstrate the wide-ranging footprint of modern Texas ranching life.