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1984 Map of Griffith Peak

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Griffith Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Spring Mountains high country dominates this mid-1980s landscape, where the ridges and deep drainages of the Toiyabe National Forest define the Clark County interior. The map illustrates a transitional period for the canyons, noting the location of the Williams Ranch and the historical footprint of the Lower Williams Ranch (Site). These sites, situated near the mouth of Trout Canyon, represent early settlement attempts in an environment shaped by water scarcity and steep elevation gains.

Recreational infrastructure is well-defined by the South Loop Trail and Charleston Peak Trail as they ascend toward the summit of Griffith Peak. Vital water sources, essential for both wildlife and the region's ranching history, are marked throughout the terrain, including Mazie Spring, Lee Spring, and Trout Springs. The detailed contouring captures the massive scale of the canyons, from Carpenter Canyon in the northwest to the rugged Mazie Canyon near the forest boundary.