2015 Map of Maturango Peak

About this map

Millspaugh sits as a primary point of reference in this high-elevation desert landscape, where the Argus Range defines the topography. The map illustrates a dramatic vertical transition from the high summits of Maturango Peak and Parkinson Peak down through rugged drainages toward the eastern Mojave Desert. This 2015 survey details the complex system of dry washes and canyons that carve through the range, including Knight Canyon, Bendire Canyon, and Shepherd Canyon. In the lower elevations to the west, the arid basin features like Carricut Lake and Etcharren Valley provide a stark contrast to the prominent ridgelines of Parrot Point. The intricate contouring effectively captures the sheer scale of the mountains, which are essential landmarks for local navigation and geomorphological study in this part of Inyo County.