2018 Map of Orocopia Canyon

About this map

Orocopia Mountains dominate this Colorado Desert landscape, where extreme relief and arid drainages define the geography of Riverside County. This 2018 survey details the transition from high ridgelines down into the deep incisions of Orocopia Canyon and Hidden Spring Canyon. At the base of these heights, the desert ecology shifts abruptly at Dos Palmas Spring, a vital water source situated near the engineered path of the Coachella Canal. The map records a fascinating intersection of ancient natural pathways and modern infrastructure, including the historic alignment of The Bradshaw Trl and the Dos Palmas Spring Rd, providing a clear look at how water management and transportation routes have been dictated by the difficult terrain of the Orocopia range.