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2021 Map of Twentynine Palms

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Twentynine Palms
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Mojave Desert terrain provides the backdrop for this modern survey of Twentynine Palms, where the intersection of civilian life, military presence, and protected wilderness is clearly defined. The southern margin of the map is dominated by the boundary of Joshua Tree National Park, including the sacred Twentynine Palms Chemehuevi Indian Burial Ground and the Oasis of Mara. To the north, the sprawling Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms occupies a significant portion of the landscape, illustrating the strategic importance of this arid region.

Residential growth is evident in communities like Harmony Acres and Noels Knoll, while the commercial heart is centered around The Plaza. Local infrastructure and recreational aviation are represented by the Dick Dale-Skyranch Airport and Crosswinds Airport. Distinctive topographical landmarks such as Chocolate Drop, Campbell Hill, and Donnell Hill provide essential navigational cues across the desert floor, alongside historic routes like the Old Chisholm Trl and Indian Trl.