2022 Map of Sierra Blanca SW

About this map

The Quitman Mountains dominate this southwestern Texas landscape, defining a region of dramatic elevation changes and arid drainage patterns. Recorded in the early 21st century, the map illustrates how water management is central to this Chihuahuan Desert environment, noted by essential catchments like Sevenmile Tank, Fivemile Tank, and Davis Pond. These features, along with names like Big Tank Canyon, reflect a history of ranching and survival in a territory where permanent surface water is rare. High-clearance routes such as Quitman Pass Rd and Indian Hot Springs Rd provide the primary access through the steep terrain, while the broad expanse of Red Light Draw indicates the natural alluvial paths that shape the valleys between the peaks.