1955 Map of Deadman Lake NW

About this map

The Bullion Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in San Bernardino County, as recorded during field checks in the mid-1950s. This land was designated as part of the Marine Corps Training Center, a status that has preserved its remote character and limited development. The terrain is defined by dry watercourses and sharp ridges, including Bullion Wash, Rainbow Canyon, and Gypsum Ridge. Navigation across this demanding environment relies on established landmarks like Noble Pass and rugged paths such as the Wood Canyon Trail and various unnamed Jeep Trails. This map serves as an important record of the region's topography before modern military training operations further altered the surface, capturing the natural drainage patterns and elevation contours that shaped the movement of both early travelers and later military personnel.