2012 Map of Colton Well

About this map

The arid landscape of eastern San Bernardino County is documented in this 2012 survey, centered on the Colton Hills and the surrounding desert basins. Water sources, often the only anchors for human activity in this terrain, are clearly marked including Whiskey Spring, Domingo Spring, and Cave Spring. The presence of the Seven IL Ranch in the northern portion of the quadrangle suggests the continued importance of livestock grazing in these open lands. Transportation through the area is limited to primary corridors like Essex Rd and Black Canyon Rd, which intersect near the historic Colton Well. This intersection of routes and water points illustrates the traditional movement patterns across Clipper Valley, where topography like Beecher Canyon and Barber Canyon dictated the paths of early travelers and ranchers alike.