2021 Map of Cave Mountain

About this map

Cave Mtn dominates the high-altitude landscape of the Schell Creek Range in this modern topographic study of eastern Nevada. The area is defined by the steep transition from the mountain peaks of the Humboldt National Forest down to the flat expanse of Spring Valley to the east. Water sources are critical identifiers in this arid environment, with drainage networks like Cleve Creek and its North Fork carving through the canyons. Notable high-country landmarks include the Kolcheck Basin and several remote water points such as Indian Springs, Cottonwood Spring, and Bastian Spring. A network of specialized trails, including the Cottonwood Spring Trl and Bastian Basin Trl, provides the primary access through the wooded terrain, reflecting the area's ongoing use for recreation and forest management. This map documents the complex topography of the Great Basin, where isolated springs and creek beds dictate the routes of travel and historical land use patterns.