2018 Map of Waucoba Canyon

About this map

Mt Inyo stands as a dominant peak within the Inyo Mountains during this 2018 survey of eastern California. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition between the high ridges of the Inyo National Forest and the deep basin of Death Valley National Park. The drainage patterns of the Waucoba Wash illustrate the complex desert hydrology of the region, carrying runoff through Waucoba Canyon and out toward the Saline Range. This map records the rugged system of desert canyons, including Addie Canyon and Lead Canyon, which have historically served as access points for prospecting and exploration in these remote ranges. The boundary between national forest and park lands cuts a straight line through this high-altitude desert environment, marking a intersection of conservation jurisdictions.