2018 Map of Pat Keyes Canyon

About this map

The Inyo Mountains dominate this high-elevation landscape, where deep drainages and scarce water sources define the geography. This 2018 survey detail shows the convergence of Inyo National Forest and Death Valley National Park, highlighting the extreme relief between the mountain peaks and the floor of the Saline Valley. Critical water points, such as Badwater Springs and Pat Keyes Spring, are recorded along the steep slopes of Pat Keyes Canyon and McElvoy Canyon. The map traces the complex hydrology of the region, including N Fork Willow Cr and S Fork Willow Cr, which merge into Willow Cr as they descend toward the desert basins. For those studying California's high-desert wilderness, the map provides a precise account of the land's natural features and administrative boundaries.