2015 Map of Castle Dome

About this map

Castle Dome rises as a prominent landmark within the Clipper Mountains, dominating this high-desert landscape in eastern San Bernardino County. This 2015 survey illustrates a rugged portion of the Mojave Desert characterized by wide drainage patterns and isolated water sources. Significant topographic relief is defined by the peak and its surrounding ridges, which give way to the broader Fenner Valley in the southeast. The map documents sparse but critical infrastructure in this arid environment, specifically the course of Danby Rd as it skirts the mountain range. Hydrological features such as Clipper Wash and the isolated Bonanza Spring point to the geographic factors that dictated travel and survival in this region. This modern topographic record captures the area's transition from the steep volcanic terrain of the mountains to the alluvial plains of the valley floor.