2015 Map of Borrego Mountain

About this map

Borrego Mtn rises as a central topographic anchor in this San Diego County desert landscape, flanked by the distinct peaks of West Butte and East Butte. The terrain is defined by a complex network of arid drainages, including the Hills of the Moon Wash, Third Wash, and Fault Wash, which illustrate the region's erosional patterns and geological activity. Near the southern boundary, the settlement of Ocotillo Wells provides a hub for local transit and recreation, situated at the junction of Borrego Springs Rd and Vallecito Rd. This area reflects the intersection of desert aviation and exploration, centered on the Ocotillo Airport and the seasonal Benson Lake. The map reveals a land shaped by water and wind, from the confined depths of Hawk Canyon to the shifting geography of Blow Sand Canyon, providing essential context for those studying the Colorado Desert's physical evolution.