2012 Map of Palen Pass

About this map

The Granite Mountains define the northern reaches of this desert terrain, where the arid landscape is shaped by complex drainage networks and alluvial fans. This high-resolution survey from the U.S. Geological Survey focuses on the vital mountain corridor of Palen Pass, a key natural crossing point in the eastern Mojave region. The only established route through the valley is the unpaved Coxcomb Monument Rd, which winds through the gap between mountain ranges. The map provides a detailed view of the natural topography and primitive road networks as they existed in the early twenty-first century, tracing the subtle contours and washes that define the area's physical geography.