2019 Map of Roys Peak

About this map

Big Bend National Park dominates this desert landscape, where high-elevation landmarks meet a complex network of seasonal water sources. The McKinney Hills and the prominent Roys Peak overlook a terrain defined by deep canyons and washes, most notably Telephone Canyon and Estufa Canyon. The presence of natural tanks or "tinajas," such as Carlota Tinaja and Ernst Tinaja, highlights the critical water-gathering points used by travelers in this arid environment. The historic Old Ore Rd traverses the eastern half of the map, providing a terrestrial link through the high country beneath the Sierra del Carmen and Alto Relex. This 2019 survey documents the enduring physical character of the Texas borderlands, tracing the path of Tornillo Cr and the broad alluvial expanse of Dugout Draw.