2012 Map of Murphy Gap NW

About this map

The Golden Gate Range dominates the eastern half of this high-desert landscape in Lincoln County, Nevada. As surveyed in 2012, the area is defined by its strategic water sources and topographic crossings, essential for navigating this arid environment. Key water points such as Put Back Spring and Little Davis Spring are clearly marked, providing vital context for historical movement through the region. The map also delineates Cottontail Pass, a notable low point for transit across the northern terrain, and Rock Hill to the south. These features, along with the drainage of Barton Creek, illustrate the natural constraints and corridors that shaped land use and ranching history in this corner of the state.