2022 Map of Cerro Castellan

About this map

Big Bend National Park dominates this desert landscape, where high peaks and deep washes create a complex topography centered around the Chisos Mountains. The area is defined by sharp volcanic features, most notably the prominent Cerro Castellan and the twin summits of the Mule Ear Peaks. Water sources in this arid environment are critical but scarce, represented here by Tule Spring, Burro Spring, and the seasonal course of Blue Creek. Access across this southern Brewster County terrain is provided by the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive, which connects several geologic landmarks including Tuff Canyon. A network of footpaths like the Chimneys Trail and the Lower Burro Mesa Trail provides passage to interior landmarks like The Chimneys and Burro Mesa, revealing the intricate drainage patterns of Javelina Wash.