2015 Map of Garlock

About this map

Garlock and the nearby site of Old Garlock sit at the southern edge of the El Paso Mountains, where the desert terrain drops away toward the Fremont Valley. This landscape is defined by a dense network of arid drainages, including Bonanza Gulch, Last Chance Canyon, and Goler Gulch, which carve through the Black Hills and the southern reaches of the Mojave Desert. The presence of Mesquite Springs and Poison Spring highlights the critical importance of water sources in this dry corridor. The map reveals a land shaped by geological force and prospecting history, with the Redrock Randsburg Rd and Garlock Rd serving as the primary modern arteries through these ancient canyons. This survey documents the topographic complexity of areas like The Narrows and Mormon Flat, providing a clear view of the rugged environment that has long challenged desert travelers and miners.