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2012 Map of Pinto Valley

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Pinto Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Watson Wash meanders through this portion of San Bernardino County, carving a path between the elevated terrain of Drum Peak and Pinto Mountain. This high desert landscape is defined by its seasonal water sources and early travel routes, featuring the historic Government Holes and Rock Spring which served as critical watering points for travelers and livestock. The area's ranching heritage is evidenced by the presence of Wire Corrals, Lower Caruthers Corrals, and the Ross Horse Pasture.

Transportation through the valleys is facilitated by several established desert tracks, including Cedar Canyon Rd and New York Mountain Rd. These roads connect distinct topographical basins like Pinto Valley and Round Valley, while deep incisions like Sagamore Canyon and Fourth of July Canyon mark the surrounding mountain slopes. Small improvements such as Martin Pond underscore the persistent efforts to manage water in this arid environment.