2021 Map of Chief Mountain

About this map

Caliente serves as the primary population center in this corner of Lincoln County, situated where the Meadow Valley Wash winds through the high desert terrain. The landscape is dominated by the Chief Range, which features the prominent summit of Chief Mtn. This topographic study reveals a network of rugged canyons, including Chief Canyon, Cobalt Canyon, and Antelope Canyon, which carve through the arid plateaus. Natural water sources are critical features of this environment, evidenced by named sites such as George Roger Spring and Klondike Spring nestled in the higher elevations. The presence of Antelope Canyon Rd suggests the primary access route through the southern portion of the quadrangle, linking the community of Caliente with the broader canyon systems to the west. This 2021 update from the U.S. Geological Survey provides a detailed record of the contemporary road network and water resources in a region where such landmarks are essential for navigation and land management.