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2019 Map of Pedernales Falls

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Pedernales Falls
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Pedernales River carves a winding path through this portion of Blanco County, highlighted by the dramatic natural landmark of Pedernales Falls. The landscape is defined by its drainage patterns, with significant features like Brock Hollow, Rough Hollow, and Russell Hollow cutting through the Pedernales Hills. This terrain has influenced the development of a dense recreational trail system, including the N Loop Equestrian Trail, S Loop Equestrian Trail, and Juniper Ridge Trail, which navigate the elevation changes near the riverbanks.

Local ranching and transport history is evident in the network of rural routes such as Cypress Mill Rd and Polly Miller Ranch Rd. Tributaries like Cottonwood Cr and Miller Creek feed into the main river channel, illustrating the watershed's role in shaping the local topography. The presence of numerous named ranch roads suggests a landscape dominated by large family holdings and protected natural areas.