2018 Map of McKinney Pass

About this map

McKinney Pass serves as a central transition point through the East Range in this remote section of Pershing County. The landscape is defined by its vital water sources, with names like Polkinghorne Spring, Dago Spring, and Root Spring indicating the critical locations for early ranching and travel in this high-desert environment. The settlement of Fencemaker sits in the southern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a focal point for the surrounding canyons and hills. The terrain is deeply incised by drainages such as Ladd Canyon, Reed Canyon, and Grayson Canyon, which lead down from the heights toward the valley floor. To the southeast, the Sou Hills rise above the basin, while other water points like Twin Springs, Grayson Spring, and Kyle Spring highlight the historical importance of localized hydrography in Nevada's Great Basin geography.