2011 Map of Gilbert Creek NW

About this map

Cain Spring Pass marks a prominent transit point through the high desert terrain of Churchill County in this 2011 survey. The landscape is defined by the ephemeral drainages of Gilbert Creek and Antelope Creek, which course through the quadrangle. As a modern topographic record, the map details a sparse network of roads and trails that navigate the arid topography. The relationship between the upland pass and the creek beds below illustrates the traditional routes of travel in this part of Nevada, where water features dictate the placement of local infrastructure and pathfinding.