2016 Map of Bandera Mesa North

About this map

Bandera Mesa dominates the southern portion of this Big Bend country landscape, where the high desert floor is broken by dramatic geological formations like Needle Peak and the volcanic intrusion known as The Dike. In the central portion of the map, Smugglers Gap provides a notable passage through the elevated terrain, while the sparse water network of Dogie Cr, Needle Cr, and Crystal Cr drains toward the Green Valley at the Brewster County line. The presence of Fowlkes Ranch Lake and roads like Rancho Del Martillo Rd and Casapiedra Rd suggest the enduring importance of large-scale ranching operations in this isolated section of Presidio County. This 2016 survey documents a terrain defined by steep drainage systems such as Middle Canyon, South Canyon, and Point Draw, illustrating the complex topography of the Trans-Pecos region.