2016 Map of Las Vegas De Los Ladrones

About this map

The Rio Grande carves a deep, sinuous path through this borderland, where the Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River designation protects the delicate riparian environment between Texas and Mexico. The landscape is defined by massive drainages such as Big Canyon and Reagan Canyon that feed into the river corridor. A notable feature of the terrain is Las Vegas de los Ladrones, a localized area whose name suggests a long history of activity along this international boundary. The map provides a detailed topographic study of the Brewster Co line, showing the intricate contouring of the high desert plateaus that drop sharply toward the water's edge. This 2016 survey captures the area's physical geography just as modern digital mapping standards were being applied to this remote stretch of the North American border.