2018 Map of Blind Hills

About this map

Mojave National Preserve encompasses much of this arid landscape in eastern San Bernardino County, where the topography is defined by the sharp transition between the open Mojave Desert and the high peaks of the Clipper Mountains. The map reveals a network of natural water and drainage features essential to desert survival, such as Hummingbird Spring and the long course of Black Canyon Wash. These landmarks provided vital waypoints for travel and early ranching in a region where water sources are rare. The infrastructure of the area is represented by Essex Rd and the interstate corridor, which cut across the bajadas below the Blind Hills. This modern survey details the protected wilderness status and land management boundaries of the early 21st century, illustrating how contemporary conservation efforts overlay historical desert landmarks like Halfway Hill.