2015 Map of Orocopia Canyon

About this map

Dos Palmas Spring anchors the southern reaches of this arid landscape, providing a rare water source in the desert terrain between the Salton Sink and the high peaks. The modern engineering of the Coachella Canal cuts across the lower elevations, accompanied by the service path of Coachella Canal Rd. To the north, the steep, dissected topography of the Orocopia Mountains rises sharply, defined by deep incisions such as Orocopia Canyon and Hidden Spring Canyon. This 2015 survey captures the intersection of critical water infrastructure and ancient geological formations. In the southeastern corner, the historic route of the Bradshaw Trl appears, tracing a path that has served as a vital desert passage for generations of travelers moving through these dry washes and mountain passes.