2016 Map of Horsehead Canyon

About this map

Independence Cr carves a path through this section of Terrell County, serving as the primary drainage for a network of deeply etched canyons and draws. The landscape is defined by its dramatic topographic relief, where the high plateaus are bisected by features such as Bearfoot Canyon and Surveyor Canyon. Human presence is sparse, marked primarily by a specialized road network designed for ranching and resource access, including Ranch Rd 2400 and Nogales Rd. Near the eastern edge, Ranch Rd 1217 follows the contours of the land, crossing near Horsehead Canyon. The naming of features like Javelina Canyon and Oil Well Canyon reflects both the local wildlife and the industrial potential of this arid West Texas environment. This 2016 survey documents the enduring physical geography and the persistent ranching routes that navigate the complex terrain of Mitchell Draw.