1986 Map of Grass Valley Wash

About this map

The Antelope Valley Depression defines the northern reaches of this Great Basin landscape, giving way to the high elevations of the Kern Mountains in the northeast. This 1980s field survey captures a remote section of White Pine County, where the desert floor is carved by drainage systems like Grass Valley Wash and Spring Valley Wash. The terrain is marked by mineral exploration, with numerous Prospects scattered across the slopes, indicating the enduring interest in the region's geological potential. To the southwest, the Red Hills rise above the valley floor, providing a natural bottleneck at Red Hills Pass. The map serves as a clear record of the area's physical geography before modern developments, showing a network of unimproved roads and trails that represent the primary means of navigating this high-desert environment.