2015 Map of West Cronise Lake

About this map

West Cronise Lake and E Cronise Lake anchor the southern portion of this landscape, sitting at the base of the Cronise Mountains. Located in a central stretch of the Mojave Desert, the map illustrates a stark terminal drainage basin where seasonal water and sediment patterns define the geography. The terrain is characterized by the complex alluvial fan structures descending from the northern heights into the dry lake beds, revealing the natural hydrology of San Bernardino County before modern interventions. The stark division between the high mountain contours and the flat lake basins provides a clear look at the geological forces shaping the California desert during this mid-2010s survey.