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1937 Map of Shadow Mountains

Name: 1937 Topographic Map of Shadow Mountains
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The Shadow Mountains dominate the landscape of the High Desert in this 1930s survey, marking a rugged transition between the Antelope and Victor Valleys. The terrain is characterized by isolated peaks and ridges like Adobe Mtn, Silver Peak, and the distinctive Three Sisters. To the south, the dry expanse of Mirage Lake sits near several family holdings that define the era's settlement patterns, including the Engelbrecht Place and Walton Place.

This topographical study also tracks the frontier-era infrastructure of the northern Mojave, showing the winding Palmdale Victorville Road and seasonal water sources like Moody Spr. The map records the early 20th-century ranching footprint through named sites such as Hibbard Ranch, Vanderburg Ranch, and the Martin Ranch, providing a detailed record of land use before the expansion of nearby military and aerospace installations.