Seventeen Mile Point, Mountain peak in San Bernardino County, California, US
Seventeen Mile Point is a mountain peak at the northern end of the Old Dad Mountains in California, rising to approximately 2,500 feet in elevation. The summit sits within arid mountainous terrain typical of the Mojave Desert region.
The U.S. Army conducted odometer surveys in 1866 and 1867 to measure distances between this point and key water sources along the Mojave Road. These surveys helped document and improve the established trade route through the region.
This location served as a crucial waypoint where travelers on old wagon routes changed direction to follow Willow Wash toward their destinations. The site marked a recognizable landmark in the desert landscape for those passing through.
Visitors should prepare for variable weather conditions and bring adequate water supplies for desert exploration. Sturdy footwear and sun protection are essential, as the terrain is open and exposed.
A mining camp was established at this location around 1900 to support operations at nearby Paymaster, Brannigan, and Oro Fino Mines. The camp vanished after 1914, though visitors can still encounter remnants of its past.
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