2015 Map of Rockhouse Canyon

About this map

The Little San Bernardino Mountains dominate this portion of Joshua Tree National Park, where the arid landscape is defined by a complex network of steep drainages and canyons. Running diagonally across the southwestern quadrant, the Colorado River Aqueduct represents a significant feat of engineering, cutting through the desert terrain as it carries water toward the coast. The map illustrates the topographical transition from high ridges down through Rockhouse Canyon and Berdoo Canyon toward the Coachella Valley. Access into this desert wilderness is primarily marked by primitive routes such as Fargo Canyon Rd and Thermal Canyon Rd, which follow natural geographic contours. To the east, smaller features like Washington Wash and West Double Canyon highlight the drainage patterns typical of this portion of Riverside County.