1955 Map of Lavic SE

About this map

The Bullion Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in San Bernardino County, where the terrain is defined by volcanic features and significant military activity. As of this 1955 survey, the area is incorporated into the Marine Corps Training Center, reflecting the mid-century expansion of military training grounds in the California desert. Significant topographical landmarks include the basaltic flows of Lava in the northwest and distinctive survey points such as VABM 2813 Mesa and VABM 4699 Round. Movement through this high-elevation corridor is limited to primitive 4wd tracks, including the route navigating Gays Pass. The map reveals a land utilized almost exclusively for large-scale maneuvers and geological study, with no permanent civilian settlements or public infrastructure present within the mountain range.