2023 Map of Mount Wilson

About this map

Mount Wilson dominates the high-altitude landscape of this part of Lincoln County, where the high desert meets the southern reaches of the Shell Creek Range. This topographic study documents a region defined by its critical water sources, with numerous named springs such as Meadow Spring, Crow Spring, and Rock Spring scattered across the drainages. The eastern portion of the map transition into the protected lands of the Parsnip Peak Wilderness, characterized by the steep relief of Hulse Canyon and Water Canyon. The sparse infrastructure is limited to the isolated track of Pinion Pine Rd, illustrating the preservation of this high-country environment. For researchers, the presence of Horn Basin and Craw Knoll alongside seasonal drainages like Hulse Creek provides a clear view of the natural water distribution that has historically dictated land use and survival in this arid Nevada territory.