2018 Map of Piute Point

About this map

Valley of Fire Hwy cuts across this arid landscape, following a corridor between the high ground of Piute Point and the complex topography of the Muddy Mountains. This survey reveals a transition in the Mojave Desert terrain where the California Wash drainage system interacts with the geological formations of Monocline Valley. The presence of the Old Spanish Trail Rd in the northern sections speaks to the deep-rooted transit history of this region, which has long relied on these specific desert passes. To the south, the intricate contours of the Buffington Pockets demonstrate the erosion patterns and natural catchment areas that characterize this part of Clark County, providing a high-resolution look at the land before modern development expanded through the neighboring valleys.