2018 Map of Jacks Mountain

About this map

Jacks Mtn and Sawmill Mtn dominate this high-desert landscape in Lincoln County, where the southern reaches of the Clover Mountains overlook the northern edge of the Tule Desert. This survey documents a complex system of drainage and relief, characterized by prominent landmarks like Diamond Peak and the geological constriction known as The Narrows. Numerous water sources are dispersed across the arid terrain, including Shoemake Spring, Sams Camp Spring, and Topah Spring, which likely served as vital landmarks for early travel through the region. The map captures the rugged transition between high peaks and desert floors, particularly where East Pass Canyon and Burnt Canyon funnel into the larger wash systems like E Pass Wash and Cottonwood Creek. These features illustrate the natural corridors used for navigation in this section of Nevada before more modern infrastructure arrived.