2012 Map of Confidence Hills East

About this map

Confidence Mill sits at the heart of this desert landscape, where the ephemeral drainage of the Amargosa River cuts through the arid valley floor. Located within the southern reaches of Death Valley National Park, the area is defined by complex alluvial patterns including Rhodes Wash and Confidence Wash. The terrain rises sharply to the west into Granite Canyon and Through Canyon, illustrating the stark elevation changes characteristic of this region. Human infrastructure is minimal, centered primarily on the path of Badwater Rd as it skirts the eastern edge of the riverbed. This survey captures the intersection of industrial mining history and modern conservation, showing how historical sites like the mill remain integrated into the protected desert environment.