2016 Map of Elephant Mountain

About this map

Elephant Mountain rises prominently above the high desert floor of Brewster County, anchoring a landscape defined by dramatic volcanic landforms and seasonal drainages. This high-altitude terrain is marked by expansive flat-topped features like Nevill Mesa and Crossen Mesa, which overlook the surrounding basins. Running centrally through the quadrangle, Calamity Creek and its tributaries carve paths through the arid environment, paralleled by the path of Highway 118. To the south, the terrain drops into Torvea Canyon, while Maravillas Cr drains the eastern slopes of the highlands. This survey documents the complex topography and limited road infrastructure of the Big Bend region, showcasing the geological scale of the Trans-Pecos where cattle ranching and nature conservation intersect.