1981 Map of Martinez Mtn

About this map

The Santa Rosa Mountains dominate this 1980s landscape, with Martinez Mountain and Sheep Mountain rising as prominent peaks within the Santa Rosa Wilderness. The rugged terrain is defined by a network of deep drainages such as Martinez Canyon, Toro Canyon, and Agua Alta Canyon. Along the desert floor to the northeast, the Coachella Valley Aqueduct and Lake Cahuilla County Park mark the edge of the Coachella Valley development. This period captures the region as a largely preserved wilderness under the San Bernardino National Forest and State Game Refuge designations. Sparse water sources like Cactus Spring, Martinez Spring, and Aqua Alta Spring provide vital points of interest for historical land use and early navigation through the arid peaks.