1948 Map of Lane Mountain

About this map

Lane Mountain rises above a rugged desert landscape where mining and military operations defined the mid-century geography of this portion of San Bernardino County. The northern reaches are dominated by the Camp Irwin Military Reservation, while the high ground of the Paradise Range and Calico Mountains is peppered with hard-rock mining claims. Notable extractions are recorded at the Gold Divide Mine, Montana Mine, and the Olympus Mine. For those researching local history or the movement of early travelers, the location of essential water sources like Williams Well, Paradise Spr, and Coyote Well reveal the vital waypoints across the arid terrain. The presence of Jackhammer Gap and Pickhandle Pass provides insight into the natural corridors used for transit between the high peaks and the floor of Coyote Lake.