2015 Map of Essex Mountain

About this map

Essex Mtn and the high tablelands of Sweetwater County define this portion of the Red Desert region. This high-altitude landscape is shaped by the prominent Steamboat Rim and the deep incisions of LaFonte Canyon and Box Canyon. Historically, these features served as vital landmarks for those traversing the high plains, with Indian Gap providing a natural passage through the elevated terrain. Water sources are critical in this arid environment, marked by isolated points such as Marine Spring, Box Spring, and Rock Cabin Spring. The drainage of Jack Morrow Cr cuts across the northern sections, while the presence of CR 83 indicates the limited modern infrastructure within this expansive public land survey system. The map captures a topography where cattle ranching and geological exploration are the primary human imprints on the land.