2011 Map of Eagle Rock Spring

About this map

The Lava Beds dominate the eastern reaches of this Pershing County landscape, where volcanic geology dictates the drainage and settlement patterns of the high desert. In the northern section, Lava Beds Camp sits near the headwaters of Lava Beds Creek, providing a rare point of human activity in an area defined by its reliance on isolated water sources. These vital springs, including Eagle Rock Spring, Mustang Spring, and Trail Springs, are scattered along the margins of the volcanic field and through the corridors of Trail Canyon. The map reveals a network of primitive roads and trails that navigate the complex terrain, tracing the paths between these watering holes and through the canyons. This 2011 survey documents a remote corner of the Great Basin where the presence of water at named springs continues to determine the accessibility of the volcanic highlands.