2010 Map of Gilliland Peak

About this map

The high desert rangeland of Brewster County is defined here by isolated homesteads and the dramatic topography of the Trans-Pecos. At the northern edge, Beatty Place sits near the drainage of Moose Draw, while Sullivan Ranch occupies a central position among the winding desert roads and dry washes. The landscape is dominated by the looming presence of Cathedral Mountain and Iron Mountain, which rise sharply from the basin floor. This 2010 survey illustrates the remote character of the region, where water is the primary geographic driver, centered on the course of Peña Colorado Creek. The map records a sparse network of ranching infrastructure and local landmarks like Road Canyon, documenting the enduring settlement patterns in this part of West Texas during the early 21st century.