2010 Map of Candland Spring

About this map

Iron Basin and the surrounding high desert of Millard County are defined by critical water sources and striking geological formations in this 2010 survey. The landscape is shaped by the Cricket Mountains to the west, which give way to the vast expanse of Big Sage Valley and Little Sage Valley. These valleys are interrupted by distinct peaks like Poison Mountain and carved by drainages including Filmore Canyon and Broadmouth Canyon. Settlement in this arid region is historically tied to the few available water points. Remote features such as Candland Spring, Cricket Seeps, and the man-made Big Sage Reservoir are essential landmarks for land management and local history. The network of primitive roads and trails shown here illustrates the isolated nature of the basin, primarily used for ranching or resource access in the early 21st century.