2016 Map of Panther Bluff

About this map

Panther Bluff and the broad expanse of Big Mesa dominate this segment of the Pecos County landscape, where the high desert terrain is defined by a network of drainage systems. The topography is shaped by seasonal watercourses like Tunas Cr and several named draws, including Sixshooter Draw, South Linger Draw, and Monument Draw. These features indicate a classic West Texas environment where water, though infrequent, has deeply carved the limestone and scrubland. Human presence is concentrated along the transportation corridors of I 10 Svc Rd and FM 2023, which bypass the more remote areas near Tunas Springs. This map reveals a region largely preserved in its natural state, providing a clear view of the landforms that have guided travel and ranching in the Trans-Pecos for generations.