2021 Map of Jake Creek Mountain

About this map

Jake Creek Mtn and the eastern reaches of the Snowstorm Mountains define this high-elevation landscape in Elko County. The terrain is characterized by a network of intermittent drainages and critical water sources that have supported ranching and transit in this arid region for generations. Notable water features include Big Spring, Sawtooth Spring, and Meyers Spring, which dot the slopes below the Owyhee Bluffs. The northern portion of the map traces the upper reaches of the S Fork Little Humboldt River, while the southern flats are marked by Clover Cr and Evans Cr. This modern survey by the U.S. Geological Survey provides a precise look at the land's relief and the sparse network of local connectors and 4WD tracks that navigate the remote high desert between the basins and the peaks.