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2018 Map of Tubb Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Hellhole Palms and Maidenhair Falls define the desert oasis character of this region in the eastern reaches of San Diego County. The landscape is a network of named springs and deep canyons, including Tubb Canyon, Culp Canyon, and Sentenac Canyon, which have long served as vital water sources and travel corridors. This 2018 survey illustrates the convergence of recreational routes like the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and the CA Riding & Hiking Trail with historic footpaths such as the Wilson Trail.

From the high elevations of the Grapevine Hills down to the arid expanse of Yaqui Flat, the map details a terrain shaped by water availability. Named sites such as La Cienega and Yaqui Well mark specific points of habitation or refuge in the Montezuma Valley area. For researchers and hikers, these labels provide a modern record of landmarks that have anchored local navigation and desert survival for generations.