2010 Map of Stillwell Crossing

About this map

The Rio Grande serves as the international boundary between the United States and Mexico in this arid desert region. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems and canyons, where Horse Canyon and Heath Canyon cut through the terrain toward the river. Human activity is sparse but specialized, clustered around the Heath Canyon Airport and private holdings like Adams Ranch. Access to the river is marked at historic points such as Heath Crossing and Stillwell Crossing, which speak to the long-standing routes between Texas and Coahuila. Significant local infrastructure includes FM 2627 Hwy and Heath Creek Rd, which provide the primary means of navigating this remote borderland. The intricate network of seasonal waterways, including Stillwell Creek, Heath Creek, and Brushy Draw, underscores the importance of topographical knowledge for anyone traversing this environment.