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2018 Map of Rimrock

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Rimrock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Rimrock and Pioneertown anchor this high-desert landscape in the San Bernardino County foothills, where the transition from mountain to basin is marked by complex drainage networks and volcanic landforms. The topography is defined by the San Bernardino Mountains and prominent peaks like Chaparrosa Peak and Black Mtn. Water distribution is visible through seasonal paths such as Pipes Wash and Antelope Wash, which intersect the terrain alongside landmarks like Black Lava Butte.

A network of local roads with evocative names like Stagecoach Ln, Bullwhip Ln, and Tonto Rim Ln reflects the area's rural character and its orientation toward the surrounding canyons. Notable geological features including Devils Gate Pass and the Sawtooths illustrate the varied elevations, while Chaparrosa Spring provides a rare point of natural hydration in the arid environment. This map captures the modern layout of these desert communities, showing how residential growth has navigated the natural constraints of Pipes Canyon and Gamma Gulch.