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2017 Map of Lookout Pass

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Lookout Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Pony Express Rd traces a historic corridor through the high desert of Tooele County, crossing between the Onaqui Mountains and the Sheeprock Mountains at Lookout Pass. This arid landscape is defined by its dramatic elevation changes and essential water sources, including Hill Spring, Copper Spring, and Coyote Spring. To the east, the terrain descends into Rush Valley, while the southern portion of the map is dominated by the protected lands of the Wasatch National Forest.

The survey illustrates a network of drainage systems and canyons that shape the local geography, such as Little Red Pine Canyon, Log Canyon, and Talawag Canyon. Named peaks like Red Pine Mtn stand over valleys like Little Valley, providing clear markers for those navigating this segment of the Great Basin. Ranching and wilderness management are evident in the presence of Ranch Rd and cattle infrastructure like the Stepladder Trough, reflecting the enduring land use patterns in this part of Utah.