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2014 Map of Elk Mountain

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Elk Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Humboldt National Forest straddles the high-altitude divide between Idaho and Nevada, anchoring a remote landscape defined by isolated peaks and seasonal drainage basins. This 2014 survey captures the complex topography of the Elk Mountains, where prominent summits like Elk Mtn, Wrangle Mtn, and Owens Mtn rise above the surrounding plateaus. The southern portion of the quadrangle is marked by a distinctive cluster of geological features, including Red Elephant Butte, White Elephant Butte, and Mahogany Elephant Butte, which overlook the expansive Lime Creek Basin.

A network of springs and intermittent creeks, such as Chicken Spring, Bull Camp Spring, and Sagehen Spring, provides critical water sources in this arid environment. The map details the transition between Twin Falls County in Idaho and Elko County in Nevada, illustrating how natural drainages like Lime Cr and Cold Springs Cr navigate the high desert terrain. This modern topographic study serves as a precise record of the roadless wilderness and high-country landmarks that define this border region.