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2012 Map of Terlingua

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Terlingua
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Terlingua Historic District anchors the western edge of this High Desert landscape, where the Chihuahuan terrain is defined by dry arroyos and volcanic peaks. The mapping captures the corridor between Terlingua and Study Butte, connected by Ranch Road 170 and Terlingua Town Rd. This area’s remote character is reflected in the numerous isolated springs like Maverick Spring and Cigar Spring, which served as vital water sources for early ranching and mining operations.

Topography dominates the visual record, from the Rattlesnake Mountains in the south to the prominent rise of Maverick Mtn and Bee Mtn. Aviation footprints such as La Leona Airport and the C Fulcher Ranch Airport signify the importance of air travel in this expansive territory. Significant drainage systems, including Terlingua Cr and Rough Run, cut through the desert floor, tracing the natural paths toward the Rio Grande.