2010 Map of Horseshoe Mountains

About this map

San Jacinto Ranch and Old Ranch anchor this landscape in the high desert of West Texas, illustrating the enduring footprint of ranching operations in Presidio County. The terrain is defined by the sharp elevations of the Horseshoe Mountains and the expansive Tascotal Mesa, which dominate the central and eastern portions of the quadrangle. Transport and access are limited to rugged routes like Casapedra Rd and the presence of the Rawls Ranch Airport, a clear indicator of the remote nature of these landholdings. To the north, San Jacinto Mountain stands near the head of the drainage systems that feed into Green Valley, while numerous carved features such as Fishtail Canyon and Ministro Canyon reveal the complex erosional history of the Trans-Pecos region.