The Old Overland Stage Rte traces a historic path across the northern reaches of this Colorado Desert landscape, anchoring a map defined by arid drainage systems and expansive plateaus. To the east, the flat expanse of West Mesa rises above the surrounding terrain, while the namesake Painted Gorge marks a significant topographical break to the west. This area is characterized by a network of seasonal watercourses, including the wide Coyote Wash and Palm Canyon Wash, which dictate the local geography. Modern access is represented by Evan Hewes Hwy and a series of secondary routes like Painted Gorge Rd and Munson Ln, which connect the desert floor to the rugged interior trails such as the Munson Trl.
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1915 · El Centro
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1931 · Carrizo
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1939 · Jacumba
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Plaster City
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Coyote Wells
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1942 · El Centro
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1942 · Carrizo Mtn
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1942 · Jacumba
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1943 · Coyote Wells
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1944 · Plaster City
USGS Topo · 1:62,500