1915 Map of Elizabeth Lake

Along the foothills and within the Sierra Pelona National Forest, the map reveals a history of ranching and resource extraction, including the St Anthony Ranch and Ritter Ranch, alongside mining operations such as the Gray Eagle Mine and Red Rover Mine. The high desert floor features ephemeral hydrology like Rosamond Lake and the Harold Reservoir, while numerous local schools, including Esperanza School and Agua Dulce School, highlight the era's emerging rural communities.