2012 Map of Ash Hill

About this map

Ash Hill and the surrounding Mojave desert floor are defined by the convergence of modern and historic transportation corridors in this 2012 study. The terrain is marked by the prominent landform of Ash Hill itself, which rises above the branching drainage patterns of Broadwell Wash. This area of San Bernardino County preserves the path of the legendary National Trails Hwy, the precursor to Route 66, as it snakes through the arid landscape toward the settlement of Klondike. The map illustrates how drainage features and simple roadways like Klondike Rd navigate the desert floor, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure required to traverse this part of the California interior during the early 21st century.