2014 Map of Mount Jackson

About this map

Mount Jackson and the neighboring Mt Jackson Ridge define the northern terrain of this Esmeralda County landscape, where desert topography meets the vast Lida Valley. This survey captures the region in 2014, showing a high-desert environment dominated by drainage systems like Jackson Wash, which cuts across the central and southern plains. The human footprint is sparse but specific, centered on transportation corridors such as 266, NV-774, and the unpaved Mt Jackson Rd leading into the heights. To the northeast, the Cuprite Hills rise from the valley floor, marking a geological transition typical of the Great Basin's basin-and-range structure. The map detail highlights the intersection of these dry washes and mountain foothills, providing a clear record of land use and access routes in this part of Nevada.