1955 Map of Twentynine Palms

About this map

Twentynine Palms and its surrounding high-desert landscape are documented here during a period of significant military and park expansion in the mid-1950s. The map illustrates the burgeoning community center at The Plaza and the nearby Marine Corps Training Center, contrasting these modern developments with the long-established Twentynine Palms Indian Res. To the south, the boundary of Joshua Tree National Monument encompasses a labyrinth of geologic features, from the massive boulders of Indian Cove and Split Rock to the prominent heights of Queen Mountain and Quail Mtn. Historical land use is visible through markers like the Desert Queen Mine and Barker Dam, which highlight the region's ranching and prospecting heritage. Notable desert water sources, including the Fortynine Palms Oasis and Willow Hole, are identified alongside early infrastructure such as the Amboy Road and Bagdad Road.