2019 Map of Solis

About this map

The Rio Grande Wild and Scenic River carves a deep international boundary through the Chihuahuan Desert landscape of Big Bend National Park. This remote riverine corridor is defined by its dramatic geology, featuring the towering walls of Mariscal Canyon and San Vincent Canyon. Upland from the river, the terrain is shaped by arid drainage systems like Juniper Draw and Glenn Draw, which cut toward the peaks of Sierra San Vicente and Iron Mtn. Human presence in this isolated reach is marked by primitive routes and landings, including Solis Lndg and the settlement at Solis. These points, along with the family-named Rooney's Pl, reflect the enduring ranching and river-access history of Brewster County. Access remains limited to rugged tracks such as Casa De Piedra Rd and the historic Glenn Springs to Hot Springs route, emphasizing the area's character as a protected wilderness.