2018 Map of McAfee Peak

About this map

McAfee Peak and the high ridges of the Independence Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape in northeast Nevada. The terrain is defined by a complex network of canyons and drainages, including Water Canyon, Cole Canyon, and Fry Canyon, which feed into the N Fork Humboldt River. Within the Humboldt National Forest, the map reveals a remote environment characterized by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Red Mtn down to the Valley of the North Fork. Access to this backcountry is marked by a series of specialized routes such as the Dell Loop and Sammy trail. The presence of Jeannette Lake and Big Spring highlights the crucial water sources in this arid montane region, while the North Fork Jack Creek Summit serves as a key topographical transition point.