2015 Map of East of Kingston Spring

About this map

Shadow Mtn rises from the high desert floor of the Mojave Desert in this northeastern corner of San Bernardino County. The landscape is defined by the broad drainage of the Kingston Wash and the expansive reaches of Shadow Valley. Infrastructure in this arid environment is limited to utility corridors and desert tracks, including Powerline Rd and Francis Springs Rd. The map illustrates a remote section of the eastern Mojave, where the natural topography of the mountains and washes dictates the few routes available through the terrain. The presence of Shadow Mountain Rd provides a primary point of access for modern explorers and land managers navigating the stark elevation changes between the valley floor and the surrounding peaks.