2018 Map of East of Aztec Mines

About this map

The expansive desert floor of the Chuckwalla Valley dominates this landscape in eastern Riverside County. This 2018 survey illustrates a transition in the desert's character, where the vast open basins are traversed by a small network of access roads and tracks. The crossing of Graham Pass Rd and Chuckwalla Valley Rd provides the primary orientation through the northern sections, while Chuckwalla Springs Rd cuts across the southern reach. The map captures the specialized infrastructure of this arid region, including the northern boundary near Palen Dunes Dr. This topography is typical of the Colorado Desert's basin and range province, showing the subtle drainage patterns and relief that define the valley between mountain ranges beyond the sheet's edge.