2019 Map of Cave Mesa

About this map

Cave Mesa and the surrounding high desert terrain define this landscape at the Pecos and Brewster County line. The map reveals a land structured by essential water sources in an arid environment, notably the series of earthen catchments such as Rooney Tank, Hackberry Tank, and North Tank that support the local ranching economy. The complex topography is punctuated by prominent elevations including North Mtn, Panther Mesa, and Pine Mesa, which form part of the larger Glass Mountains range. Drainage patterns are clearly marked by the winding course of Burnt House Cr and its associated Burnt House Canyon. Human presence is minimal, primarily indicated by Mills Rd and the intermittent drainage of Walnut Draw, providing a precise look at the remote ranching country of West Texas in the early 21st century.