2015 Map of Vermillion Canyon

About this map

Owens Lake and the northern reaches of the Mojave Desert define this arid landscape near the eastern Sierras. The map illustrates the hydrological complexity of the region, featuring the mineral-rich waters of Dirty Socks Spring and the drainage patterns leading into the lake bed. Local topography is sharply defined by Red Ridge and the winding course of Vermillion Canyon, providing a clear record of the area's geological relief. Human activity is concentrated along the western edge, where the settlement of Grant sits near a network of desert routes including Fall Rd and Cactus Flats Rd. This survey serves as a vital record for understanding the environmental shifts and sparse infrastructure of the Owens Valley corridor in the early 21st century.