2018 Map of Picacho Peak

About this map

Picacho Peak rises above a stark desert landscape in Imperial County, defined by a complex network of arroyos and canyons. The prominent volcanic plug serves as a central landmark for this arid region, where the terrain is carved by Bear Canyon and the winding Picacho Wash. To the southeast, Pebble Mtn stands near the transit corridor of Picacho Rd, while the Cargo Muchacho Mountains dominate the southwestern corner of the quadrangle. Transportation through this remote terrain is limited to a few specific routes, including Barney Oldfield Rd and the crossing at Arturos Bridge. The survey clearly delineates the Public Land Survey System sections across several townships, illustrating how this backcountry area was partitioned for mineral and land claims.