2012 Map of Old Ibex Pass

About this map

Saratoga Spring serves as a vital water source in this arid corner of San Bernardino County, where the desert landscape is defined by the ephemeral drainage of the Amargosa River. This 2012 survey documents the southeastern boundary of Death Valley National Park, illustrating the geographic transition at Old Ibex Pass. The transport network here is sparse, consisting primarily of unpaved routes like Ibex Spring Rd and Saratoga Springs Rd that follow the natural contours of the land. The presence of Ibex Wash and Buckwheat Wash indicates a topography shaped by seasonal flash flooding, characteristic of the Mojave desert. This map provides a clear record of land management and access points into the national park's protected wilderness shortly after the turn of the millennium.