2018 Map of Cape Horn

About this map

Simpson Park Mountains dominate the central topography of this Lander County region, providing a sharp contrast to the adjacent Big Smoky Valley to the west. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape largely defined by its traditional grazing and public land survey systems, including sections of t18n r46e and t19n r46e. The small settlement of Cape Horn sits at the base of the mountains, serving as a primary point of human activity along the valley edge. Water sources are scarce in this arid high-desert environment, with Ackerman Spring noted in the northeastern reaches of the mountains. The map illustrates a network of local roads and 4WD trails that navigate the steep elevation changes between the valley floor and the high peaks, reflecting the continued importance of land access for ranching and remote land management in the Great Basin.