2022 Map of Cedar Canyon

About this map

The boundary between Upton and Crockett Counties cuts across this high-desert landscape, dominated by intricate drainage systems and ranching infrastructure. Steep relief defines the area, most notably where Cedar Canyon carves through the central terrain below Cedar Hill. The land use is characterized by numerous catchment basins essential for livestock, such as Jacks Tank, Telephone Tank, and Rock Tank, which are scattered among the mesas and draws. To the southwest, Javelina Draw provides a significant drainage route, while the southeast is marked by the branching forks of West Prong Simpson Canyon and East Prong Simpson Canyon. Round Mtn serves as a prominent local landmark near Round Mountain Tank, illustrating how topographical features and water resources dictate the spatial layout of this remote portion of the Trans-Pecos region.