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2015 Map of Coso Peak

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Coso Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Coso Peak and the high ridges of the Coso Range dominate this desert landscape within Inyo County. The 2015 survey reveals a complex network of ephemeral drainages and hidden water sources essential for desert survival, such as Indian Gardens Spring, Crystal Spring, and Wrinkle Spring. The terrain is deeply incised by major corridors like China Gardens Wash and Crystal Wash, which weave between high points including Silver Peak.

Evidence of historical activity is found in the naming of canyons and flats, including Mill Canyon, Wild Horse Canyon, and Lost Cabin Spring. These labels, alongside features like Black Rock Canyon and Dead End Canyon, suggest a legacy of prospecting and ranching in the Mojave Desert. The map also delineates the transition to broader basins at Lower Centennial Flat and Coles Flat, providing a detailed look at the hydrology and landform nomenclature of this arid interior.