2015 Map of Pilot Knob Valley West

About this map

Straw Peak and the southern extent of the Slate Range dominate this high-desert landscape in northeastern San Bernardino County. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, where the peaks of the range transition sharply into the broad, alluvial expanse of Pilot Knob Valley to the south. This area is a remote sector of the Mojave Desert, characterized by its lack of permanent settlements or structures, which highlights the isolation and physical challenges of the region. The primary human imprint on the land is Randsburg Rd, which cuts across the southern portion of the sheet. This roadway serves as the principal artery through the arid valley floor, connecting the distant mining districts and desert outposts that define the history of this corner of California.