2021 Map of Kingston Peak

About this map

Kingston Peak dominates the northern skyline of this portion of the Mojave Desert, serving as a high-altitude anchor for the surrounding Kingston Range. This 2021 survey illustrates a landscape of extreme vertical relief and arid drainage systems, most notably the braided course of Kingston Wash that cuts through the southern reaches of the quadrangle. The map highlights the complex topography of the eastern California desert, where deep canyons and steep ridges transition into broad alluvial basins. The inclusion of Public Land Survey System boundaries, such as t19n r10e and t18n r9e, provides an essential framework for land managers and researchers navigating this remote desert terrain, where natural watercourses and prominent summits remain the primary landmarks.