2021 Map of Benton

About this map

Benton Valley serves as a prominent basin where the eastern edge of the White Mountains meets the high desert floor. The small community of Benton is the central hub, situated near the intersection of various ranch roads like Clark Ranch Rd and Reichart Ranch Rd. The landscape is dominated by the steep ascent into the Inyo National Forest to the east, while to the west, Blind Spring Hill rises above the valley floor. To the north, Montgomery City sits along the banks of Montgomery Cr, reflecting the area's history of high-altitude settlement. The topography is defined by numerous drainage systems, including Barasco Gulch, Last Chance Gulch, and Diana Gulch, which carve through the peaks of the southern range. Peaks such as Anderson Peak, Pearce Peak, and Diana Peak provide a dramatic backdrop to the dispersed ranching and mining-related names that dot the terrain.