2018 Map of Volcano Peak

About this map

Volcano Peak rises as the central topographic focal point in this arid stretch of Inyo County, situated where the high desert terrain meets the northwestern reaches of the Mojave Desert. The map reveals a stark landscape of geological features and ephemeral water systems, most notably the dry expanse of Airport Lake in the southeastern corner. This area serves as a significant drainage point for the surrounding highlands, including the Coso Basin and the meandering Coso Wash that cuts through the eastern sections of the quadrangle. Human impact on the land is sparse, primarily represented by Cinder Rd in the north and the gridded surveying of township and range lines. The concentration of contour lines around the peak and the broad, flat reaches of the basin highlight the dramatic elevation shifts characteristic of the region’s volcanic geography.