2018 Map of Magruder Mountain

About this map

Magruder Mtn and Palmetto Mtn dominate this high-elevation corner of Esmeralda County, where the topography is defined by the steep rises of the Palmetto Mountains. This landscape is fundamentally shaped by its water sources, essential for survival in the high desert. A series of natural springs, including Excelsior Spring, Indian Spring, and Mammoth Springs, are scattered throughout the peaks and washes, indicating the critical points of resource that would have dictated travel and activity in this region. The map shows the winding route of State Route 266 as it climbs toward Lida Summit before descending toward the Lida Valley. This passage through the mountains via Lida Wash and Palmetto Wash illustrates the primary corridor for movement between the basin floor and the rugged interior of the range near the California-Nevada border.