1986 Map of Conejo Well

About this map

Joshua Tree National Monument and the surrounding desert landscape are captured here during a mid-1980s field check. The terrain is defined by the sharp rise of the Eagle Mountains and the broad expanse of the Pinto Basin, where seasonal drainage is marked by features like Smoke Tree Wash. Resource extraction and desert travel are evident through the Storm Jade Mine and the winding Black Eagle Mine Road, which cuts through the arid environment. A notable point of human activity in this parched region is Conejo Well (Dry), an essential waypoint for earlier travelers that is shown here as a dry feature. The map clearly delineates the Joshua Tree National Wilderness and its boundaries, providing a detailed record of land management and primitive 4WD Road access before the area's further transition into modern park status.