1989 Map of Cedar Mountain Draw

About this map

Emigrant Trail tracks cut across the northern terrain of this Elko County quadrangle, following the path of Goose Creek and Little Goose Creek. The landscape is defined by the high prominence of Cedar Mountain and the deep drainage of Cedar Mountain Draw, illustrating a remote section of Nevada where historic westward routes met the high desert plateau. Human activity is sparse but significant, centered on the Judd Ranch in the eastern flats and several Prospect sites to the southwest, indicating the area's dual history of ranching and mineral exploration. The water system is well-defined by intermittent drainages such as Horse Creek and Dry Gulch, which feed into the primary creek beds. This survey provides a clear view of the topography that greeted pioneers, with elevations clearly marked from the flats up to the heights of Record Bluff.