2015 Map of East of Tin Mountain

About this map

Death Valley National Park encompasses this arid landscape where the eastern edge of the Mojave Desert meets the dramatic rises of the Grapevine Mountains and the Amargosa Range. The topography is dominated by the broad alluvial drainage of Death Valley Wash, which snakes through the central valley floor. Human activity is evidenced by Scottys Castle Rd and Mesquite Rd, which serve as primary access routes through the desert terrain. Water sources, vital in this environment, are represented by Mesquite Spring near the northwestern boundary. Significant natural landmarks like Bighorn Gorge and the rugged Grapevine Canyon illustrate the erosive forces that have shaped the transition between the valley floor and the surrounding high country of the Panamint Range. This survey documents the intersection of extreme elevation changes and the limited infrastructure of the northern Mojave during the early 21st century.