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2014 Map of Aurora

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Aurora
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The settlement of Fletcher and the surrounding high-desert landscape of Mineral County sit along the border of the Toiyabe National Forest, where the state line divides Nevada and California. This area is characterized by an complex terrain of volcanic features and drainage basins, most notably the Aurora Crater and the southern reaches of the Bodie Mountains. The map reveals a history of land use centered on scattered springs and watercourses like Bodie Cr and Fletcher Spring, which were vital for life in this arid region.

Several prominent peaks and hills, including Bald Peak, Beauty Peak, and Saint Marys Hill, suggest a landscape defined by significant elevation changes. Historically named locations such as Esmeralda Ravine and Last Chance Hill hint at the mining heritage typical of this borderlands region. The small outpost of Del Monte stands as another localized point of interest in a territory primarily marked by its natural landmarks and the diagonal cut of the state boundary line.