2011 Map of McGhee Mountain

About this map

McGhee Mountain dominates this portion of Humboldt County, standing above a landscape defined by seasonal watercourses and high desert basins. The map documents a critical drainage system where Sagebrush Creek and Virgin Creek converge within the Virgin Valley before joining Thousand Creek. A notable topographical feature is the Thousand Creek Gorge in the northwest, a narrow passage that dictates the local hydrology. This 2011 survey captures the remote character of the region, where survival and movement are tied to reliable water sources like McGhee Mountain Spring and Burro Spring. Further north, Oregon Canyon cuts through the terrain, illustrating the complex erosional patterns of this high-elevation environment during the early 21st century.