Key water stop on the historic Mojave Road (Old Government Road) inside Mojave National Preserve — a sparse desert spring with concrete trough remains that sustained Indigenous travelers, Spanish explorers, freighters, and Army posts across the waterless central Mojave.
Field facts
| Region | San Bernardino County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.1693, -115.6488 |
| Route | Historic Mojave Road / Old Spanish Trail branch |
| Role | Mid-desert water node between Rock Spring and Soda Spring |
| Manager | Mojave National Preserve (NPS) |
| GNIS | feature_id 245540 |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaMojave National Preserve13 km away
- Visitor centerKelso Depot Visitor Center17.5 km away
- CampgroundMid Hills Campground19.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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