2018 Map of Cedar Basin

About this map

The Aquarius Cliffs dominate the southwestern portion of this landscape, creating a dramatic vertical break in the high desert of Mohave County. This 2018 survey reveals a network of canyons and washes that define the area's drainage, including Hawk Canyon, Bull Canyon, and the deep Black Canyon to the south. Water is a scarce and vital resource here, marked by isolated points like Red Canyon Spring, Cottonwood Spring, and Blue Spring, which traditionally served as essential watering holes for livestock in this remote grazing country. Development is minimal, centered primarily on primitive routes such as Trout Creek Rd and Sycamore Creek Rd. The presence of improved water sources like Mesa Tank and Shelton Tank alongside natural features like the W Fork Sycamore Cr indicates a landscape shaped by the needs of high-elevation ranching and rugged topography.