2012 Map of Joshua Tree North

About this map

Joshua Tree serves as the primary hub of this High Desert landscape, showing a dense network of residential streets named for celestial bodies and desert flora. The community structure is defined by its proximity to notable geological formations, including the Partlett Mountains and the dramatic drop into Coyote Hole Canyon to the south. Further north, the landscape transitions into more isolated settlements like Hidden River and the expansive Moonlight Mesa. This 2012 survey illustrates the unique desert suburbanization pattern where named roads such as Mercury Dr and Neptune Dr reach into the open terrain of Surprise Valley. The map also captures local aviation and memorial infrastructure, specifically the Ro Williams Airport and the Mountain Valley Memorial Park Cem, providing a detailed view of the community's established footprint before further expansion.