2021 Map of Mount Irish

About this map

Mt Irish and the southern reaches of the Timpahute Range dominate this Lincoln County landscape, where water sources are the primary markers of human and animal movement. The map highlights a network of vital desert water points including Schaefer Spring, Shingle Spring, Camp Spring, and Horse Springs, which historically dictated travel routes and settlement possibilities in this arid environment. Wild Horse Valley occupies the central portion of the quadrangle, serving as a low-lying basin flanked by significant elevations like Sanderson Mtn. A few primary access routes, notably Cold Spring Rd and Silver Canyon Rd, traverse the high-desert terrain, connecting the valley to prominent geographic features such as Logan Pass and the drainage of Cold Springs Wash. The topographic detail reveals the intricate drainage patterns leading into Silver Canyon and around Silver Hill, providing a clear picture of the natural corridors used in this part of Nevada.