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2021 Map of Overton Beach

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Overton Beach
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Lake Mead National Recreation Area dominates this desert landscape, where the waters of the Virgin Basin and the Overton Arm meet the arid terrain of the Mojave Desert. The shoreline is characterized by a series of named access points and coves, including the intriguing Saint Thomas Salt Salt Point and several recreational landmarks such as Old Swim Beach, Ann Margaret Beach, and Engine Beach. These features reflect the area's development as a water-based destination within a harsh environment.

Away from the water, the topography rises sharply into Lime Ridge and Bitter Ridge, while the South Virgin Mountains anchor the southeastern corner. The map traces the winding paths of desert washes like Mud Wash and Gold Butte Wash, which feed into the reservoir. Access is limited to a few specific corridors like Red Bluff Spring Rd and Overton Beach Rd, highlighting the specialized nature of the region's transport network for recreation and resource management.