2012 Map of Paradise Draw

About this map

Gemelo Mesa and Whirlwind Mesa dominate the high ground of Presidio County in this topographical survey, which records the drainage patterns of the Trans-Pecos region during the early twenty-first century. The landscape is defined by its arid hydrography, where ephemeral watercourses like Paradise Draw and Hackberry Draw gather seasonal runoff. To the southeast, these systems converge toward Terlingua Cr, a primary drainage for the area. Prominent summits including Housetop Mtn and Hat Mtn serve as significant landmarks amidst the network of local roads that navigate the base of Cartwright Mesa. This map provides a technical view of the physical geography and ranch-road infrastructure before recent shifts in land use or environmental changes, capturing the stark relief between the mesas and the basin floors.