2014 Map of Magruder Mountain

About this map

Magruder Mountain dominates the high desert landscape of Esmeralda County in this 2014 survey, rising above a network of seasonal water sources and mountain passes. The terrain is defined by the Palmetto Mountains, including the prominent peak of Palmetto Mtn, where the elevation shifts drastically over short distances. This arid region relies on scattered water points such as Excelsior Spring, Indian Spring, and Kline Spring to sustain any activity in the area. Transportation through these elevations is anchored by the crossing at Lida Summit and the path of Highway 266. Drainage patterns, visible through Palmetto Wash and Lida Wash, trace the natural runoff routes from the peaks. The inclusion of Mammoth Springs and State Line Springs highlights the critical, sparse hydrography that has dictated land use and travel in this part of Nevada for generations.