2022 Map of Stillwell Mountain

About this map

Stillwell Mountain rises above a desert landscape defined by deeply incised drainages and dramatic geological features in this Brewster County region. The primary drainage, Maravillas Creek, carves through the winding Maravillas Canyon, creating a complex network of seasonal waterways that draw from the surrounding high ground. These ephemeral watercourses, including Bear Creek, Guayule Cr, and Arroyo Seco, illustrate the characteristic erosional patterns of the Trans-Pecos terrain. With no major settlements or highways present, the map highlights the isolation of this corner of Texas, where the land is primarily shaped by the relief of the mountain and its descending arroyos. This survey provides an essential view for understanding the topography of the Big Bend area before more modern developments or land use changes might alter these remote water systems.