2016 Map of Earwood Creek SW

About this map

The E Prong Nueces River carves a deep path through this portion of the Texas Hill Country, defining the drainage patterns for the surrounding high ground. The landscape is characterized by steep-walled canyons and narrow valleys like Ranger Hollow, where the elevation changes rapidly across the limestone-rich terrain. This 2016 survey highlights the remote nature of the border between Edwards and Real Counties, where development is largely restricted to ranch roads and narrow paths. Low-water crossings and ephemeral streams such as Contrary Cr and Hunger Cr illustrate the flash-flood potential inherent to this river system. Beyond the watercourses, the infrastructure is limited to long-stretching thoroughfares like Hackberry Rd and Fairview Rd, which connect isolated ranching properties across the county line.