2010 Map of Maravillas Gap

About this map

Maravillas Gap forms a distinct natural passage through the high-desert terrain of Brewster County, serving as a focal point for local travel and infrastructure. The topographic landscape is defined by the winding course of Maravillas Creek, which is joined from the east by Hackberry Creek and Spring Creek. This drainage network reflects the arid climate's influence on the area's development, where water sources dictate the placement of ranching outposts and transportation routes. In the vicinity of the gap, the Maravillas Gap Ranch Airport provides an essential connection to this remote portion of West Texas. To the north, Three Mile Hill rises above the basin, anchoring a landscape where long-distance roads follow the natural contours of the desert floor. This 2010 survey provides a modern look at the land use and hydrology that has shaped life in the Big Bend region for generations.