2015 Map of Saddle Peak Hills

About this map

Death Valley National Park and the surrounding Mojave Desert terrain define this 2015 study of the California-Nevada borderlands. The landscape is characterized by its dynamic desert hydrology and aeolian features, most notably the Ibex Dunes and Little Dumont Dunes. The Amargosa River system, including Salt Cr and the Amargosa Spring, provides a crucial water network through this arid environment, influencing the location of early travel routes like Highway 127. The topographic detail highlights the complex geology of the Amargosa Range, Saddle Peak Hills, and Sperry Hills, which stand as prominent landmarks for desert navigation. This survey documents the intersection of protected federal lands and the rugged natural barriers that have shaped the history of the eastern Mojave region.