2016 Map of Castolon

About this map

The Rio Grande serves as the international boundary within Big Bend National Park, carving a dramatic course between the United States and Mexico. This survey captures the Chihuahuan Desert landscape where Terlingua Creek meets the river at the mouth of Santa Elena Canyon. The settlement of Castolon sits on the north bank, anchored by its proximity to the Rio Grande and historical river crossings. Notable landmarks include the prominent Mesa de Anguila to the west and the heights of Peña Mountain to the east. For genealogists and local historians, the map identifies the Castolon Cemetery and Coyote Cemetery, offering specific coordinates for these heritage sites in a region defined by its isolation and topographical features like the Cerro Castellan Window.