2018 Map of Bristol Lake NW

About this map

Bristol Lake dominates the northern reaches of this arid landscape, characterized by the expansive industrial footprint of the Salt Evaporation Plan St. This site in the Mojave Desert reveals a terrain shaped by mineral extraction and desert transit, where linear infrastructure meets the natural contours of the dry lake bed. To the west, the foothills of the Bullion Mountains rise from the desert floor, providing a stark topographical contrast to the basin below. The presence of routes like America Mine Rd and Bristol Dry Lake Rd underscores a history of mining and logistical access in this part of San Bernardino County. Researchers can trace the geometric patterns of evaporation ponds and the faint tracks of Mayfair Dr as they navigate the transition from mountains to salt pans.