2012 Map of Confidence Hills West

About this map

Confidence Hills and the winding course of the Amargosa River dominate this arid landscape in San Bernardino County. This 2012 U.S. Geological Survey topographic study documents a region defined by dramatic natural drainage patterns, where seasonal runoff carved deep paths through the terrain. Evidence of these erosional forces is found in the prominent Talc Canyon, Owlshead Canyon, and Contact Canyon. The map illustrates how the Amargosa River cuts through the northeast corner, serving as a primary hydrological feature for this desert environment. Geologists and desert historians can use this survey to examine the distinct topographical boundaries between the hills and the canyon floors.