2018 Map of Turtleback Mountain

About this map

Turtleback Mtn and the southeastern spurs of the Gila Bend Mountains define the arid landscape of this Yuma County quadrangle. The terrain transitions from these prominent elevations into the broad expanse of the Hyder Valley, characterized by a complex network of ephemeral watercourses. Principal drainage routes like Deadman Wash, Nottbusch Wash, and Red Raven Wash slice through the desert floor, indicating the heavy flow of seasonal monsoonal rains. Modern infrastructure is limited to the north-south corridor of Palomas Harquahala Rd, which provides access through this remote stretch of the Sonoran Desert. Smaller geological features like the Picacho Hills and the Stone Cabin Gap Wash offer specific landmarks for those navigating or studying the physical geography of the region.