2012 Map of Mountain Springs Canyon

About this map

Mountain Springs Canyon dominates this arid Inyo County landscape, providing a primary drainage route through the high desert terrain. This 2012 USGS survey illustrates the natural contours and the sparse network of 4WD roads that navigate the complex topography. In the southern portion of the map, Wilson Canyon cuts through the elevation, defining the local hydrology alongside several unnamed seasonal washes. The map details the remote character of this region, focusing on the geological and topographic signatures before they descend into the lower basins. Modern geospatial data from the National Hydrography Dataset and the National Elevation Dataset provide high-fidelity relief, tracing the sharp ridges and deep incisions that characterize this part of the California desert.