1957 Map of Ubehebe Crater

About this map

Scottys Castle stands as a prominent landmark in the northern reaches of Death Valley National Monument, centered in a landscape defined by dramatic geological formations and early 20th-century history. This 1957 survey captures the area around Scottys Ranch and the vital water sources at Grapevine Springs and Surprise Sprs, which were essential for survival in the arid terrain. To the west, the volcanic history of the region is evident at Ubehebe Crater and its smaller neighbor Little Hebe Crater. The map also details the rugged heights of Gold Mountain and the Grapevine Mountains, where scattered shafts, tunnels, and prospects indicate a history of mining exploration. Notable surveyor lines, including the Von Schmidt Line, cross this remote borderland between California and Nevada, marking early efforts to define the boundary through Death Valley.