1957 Map of Carrizo Mtn NE

About this map

Old Carrizo Stage Station serves as a historical focal point in the southern portion of this desert landscape, situated along the Carrizo Creek. This site was a vital stop on the Old Overland Stage Route, a path that follows the natural drainage through the arid terrain. The map captures a transitional moment in land use, showing the intersection of conservation and military activity as the Anza - Borrego Desert State Park boundary meets the Impact Area Naval Reservation. The topography is defined by intricate drainage systems including Fish Creek, Deguynos Canyon, and Red Rock Canyon, which carve through the high ground near Split Mountain. Geologic features such as Red Hill and numerous survey benchmarks like BM 2371 Eagle provide precise navigational data for researchers and historians tracing mid-century desert exploration.