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1997 Map of Sombrero Peak

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Sombrero Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2003
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2003

About this map

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park encompasses a significant portion of this high-desert landscape, where the Tierra Blanca Mountains and Manzanita Mountains converge. The topography is defined by sharp elevation shifts across the Tecate Divide, with numerous springs providing vital water sources throughout the arid canyons. Notable palm groves, such as Sombrero Peak Palm Grove and Bow Willow Palms, mark the locations of these springs, offering a distinct contrast to the surrounding terrain.

Evidence of historical land use and transit is visible through the presence of the McCain Ranch along Tule Creek and the small Cem nearby. The map also delineates the Cuyapaipe Indian Reservation and Manzanita Indian Reservation boundaries. Industrial and navigational history is represented by scattered mining activities, including a Prospect and several Tunnels, alongside an Airway Beacon and VABM 4138 Jordan atop the ridges.