1986 Map of McAfee Peak

About this map

McAfee Peak rises as the central landmark of the Independence Mountains in this mid-1980s topographical study of Elko County. The landscape is defined by a dense network of watercourses and canyons, including the Humboldt River and McAfee Creek, which carve through the high elevations of the Humboldt National Forest. Land use in this era is reflected through practical infrastructure like the Radio Facility and a Gaging Station located along the river. For those researching the physical history of the range, the map documents established routes such as the Mill Creek Trail and East Fork Trail, providing a clear record of access to remote high-country features like Jeannette Lake and Rocky Bluff before modern developments. The drainage patterns of Beadles Creek, Sammy Creek, and Water Canyon illustrate the complex hydrology that feeds the region's ranching and wilderness areas.