2012 Map of Hidalgo Mountain

About this map

Hidalgo Mountain rises from the high desert floor in a landscape defined by military operations and seasonal dry basins. The area is dominated by the 29 Palms MCAG training grounds, where a complex network of unpaved tracks and service roads crisscrosses the arid terrain. The map details the local hydrology of the Mojave, focusing on large ephemeral features such as Quackenbush Lake and Emerson Lake. While primarily managed for tactical use, the area is accessible from the south via Mesa Rd, providing a detailed look at the physical geography used by the Marine Corps during the early 21st century.