2018 Map of Colton Well

About this map

The Mojave National Preserve encompasses a significant portion of this high-desert landscape, where the Providence Mountains and the Colton Hills rise above the surrounding terrain. Vital water sources are concentrated in the northern canyons, including Whiskey Spring, Domingo Spring, and Cave Spring. The presence of Colton Well at the base of the hills highlights the historical importance of localized water points in the arid Mojave Desert. The map reveals a transition from these upland features into the broad, sloping expanse of Clipper Valley to the south. This modern survey detail shows the persistent reliance on these specific natural springs and wells for land management and navigation within the protected desert ecosystem, illustrating the geographic relationship between high-relief canyons like Barber Canyon and the valley floor.