2015 Map of Buzzards Peak

About this map

Chocolate Mountains terrain dominates this 2015 survey of a desert landscape in Imperial County, defined by complex topography and dry watercourses. The prominent landform of Buzzards Peak stands as a primary landmark in the southwest, overlooking the surrounding arid reaches. This area is characterized by significant natural depressions and drainages, most notably the broad Vinagre Wash and the winding Turnaround Wash, which illustrate the hydrological patterns of the region. The map also identifies Gold Basin, suggesting a history of mineral interest or specific geological formations that have drawn attention to this part of the California desert. The lack of modern settlements emphasizes the primitive nature of the environment, where the landscape is primarily organized by the Public Land Survey System township and range lines.