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2015 Map of Idaho Canyon Spring

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Idaho Canyon Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Black Rock Range and its intricate network of spring-fed canyons define this high-desert landscape in Humboldt County. Water is the primary marker of life and activity here, with named sources such as Santa Claus Spring, McCully Spring, and Parman Spring dotting the terrain. These water points, along with the Dry Lake Springs, historically supported the ranching and migratory patterns of the region, evident in landmarks like Buck Pasture and the winding Summit Lake Rd.

Erosion has carved deep features into the earth, notably Little Idaho Canyon and Idaho Canyon, while Craine Cr and Mahogany Cr drain the higher elevations. The topography is further punctuated by Summit Lake Mtn and the distinct formation at Horseshoe Bend, illustrating a remote corner of Nevada where survival was dictated by the location of reliable springs and the passage through steep-walled canyons.