2018 Map of Boundary Cone

About this map

Boundary Cone stands as a prominent landmark within the Ute Mountains, a landscape defined by the transition from the high peaks of the Black Mountains to the arid expanse of the Mojave Desert. This 2018 survey illustrates the modern configuration of the area, where historical transportation routes have shifted from industrial to recreational use. The Mohave and Milltown Rail Trail traces a path through the terrain, indicating the legacy of early 20th-century mining and infrastructure that once connected this corner of Mohave County. Roads like Boundary Cone Rd and Co Hwy 153 provide access to this high-relief environment, which includes notable summits such as Wrigley Peak and McHeffy Butte. The map serves as a detailed guide for understanding how contemporary land management, including Bureau of Land Management oversight, preserves the geographic features of this desert corridor.