2011 Map of Juniper Pass

About this map

Juniper Pass serves as a critical point of navigation in this high-desert landscape of Pershing County, marking a natural transit through the arid terrain. The northern reaches of the quadrangle are dominated by the elevation of Black Mountain and the southern extent of the Blue Wing Mountains. In a region defined by its scarcity of surface water, the locations of reliable water sources are paramount for both local travel and livestock. The map identifies several vital seeps including West Juniper Spring, Juniper Spring, North Cottonwood Spring, and Cottonwood Spring. These features represent the essential nodes of the local hydrography, dictating the historical movement of people and animals across this part of the Nevada basin and range province.