2012 Map of Amboy Crater

About this map

Amboy Crater dominates the southeastern quadrant of this desert landscape in San Bernardino County, a stark geologic feature surrounded by expansive wash systems. To the northwest, the settlement of Bagdad sits along the historic corridor of the National Trails Hwy, reflecting the mid-twentieth-century travel patterns of the Mojave Desert before modern interstate bypasses. The northern edge of the map is defined by the rising elevations of the Bristol Mountains, while the primary transit routes, including Amboy Rd, trace the natural contours of the valley floor. This 2012 survey provides a precise look at the sparse human footprint and enduring topography of a region synonymous with the classic American road trip era.