2022 Map of Panther Gulch West

About this map

The Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River forms the southern boundary of this Brewster County landscape, following a sharp bend in the Rio Grande where the river marks the international border between the United States of America and Mexico. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation changes as the land rises from the riverbanks toward the north. A significant geographical feature is Barrel Canyon, which cuts through the high ground in the northwestern portion of the map. This 2022 survey captures the area’s persistent character as a protected riparian corridor and remote borderland, showing how the river's path dictates the topography and accessibility of the region. The absence of developed settlements highlights the primitive nature of this stretch of the Rio Grande, preserved for its ecological and scenic value.