2016 Map of Capote Peak

About this map

Capote Peak anchors this high-elevation landscape in the Trans-Pecos, where water management is the defining feature of the geography. The map reveals a network of essential water sources scattered across the arid terrain, including Trough Canyon Spring, Capote Springs, and man-made catchments like Hoya Tank and Cruz Tank. These points of hydration likely dictated the movement of livestock and people in this corner of Presidio County. Connectivity is minimal, represented by the Old Brite Rd and a primitive Pack Trl, suggesting a landscape still reliant on traditional ranching routes. The dramatic elevation changes from the Cienega Basin up through Trough Canyon illustrate the isolation and environmental challenges faced by those managing the land in this remote West Texas region.