2015 Map of Crucero Hill

About this map

Crucero occupies a singular position in the eastern Mojave Desert, serving as a focal point within the sprawling Mojave National Preserve. The landscape is dominated by the ephemeral drainage of the Mojave River Wash, which cuts a wide path across the arid floor. Significant elevation changes are marked by the prominent Crucero Hill and the broader Mesquite Hills to the south. Historically significant routes such as Mojave Rd and Crucero Rd intersect this territory, tracing paths long used for desert transit. Near the base of the southern hills, Mesquite Spring provides a rare point of hydrologic interest in an otherwise parched environment. The layout of these roads and natural landmarks illustrates the enduring patterns of movement through the California interior.