2018 Map of Mountain Sheep Spring

About this map

The Virgin River carves a dramatic path through this high-elevation landscape in northwestern Arizona, creating the distinct topographical bottleneck known as The Narrows. This corridor serves as a critical transition point within the Mojave Desert, where the southern foothills of the Beaver Dam Mountains meet the northern reaches of the Virgin Mountains. The terrain is defined by deep drainage networks including Sullivans Canyon and Mountain Sheep Wash, which collect runoff for the river below. Modern recreational use is represented by the Bikepacking: The Plateau Passage route, which traverses the complex topography. While the namesake Mountain Sheep Spring provides a vital water source in the arid uplands, the map's primary character is one of steep relief and natural barriers, illustrating why this passage has long dictated transportation routes through the corner of Mohave County.