2012 Map of Parker Station

About this map

Parker Station (Historical) and the Cave Valley Post Office anchor this study of eastern Nevada's high-desert drainage systems. The landscape is defined by the convergence of several major canyons and washes, including Milk Ranch Canyon, Willow Spring Canyon, and the extensive Cave Valley Wash, which serves as a primary geographic spine. These dry watercourses are punctuated by numerous isolated water sources such as Wildcat Spring, Sagehen Spring, and Quartzite Spring, which were vital for early settlement and stock-raising. The transport network consists of rural corridors like Co RD 45 and Haggerty RD, reflecting the area's continued use for ranching and resource access. The naming of features like Blue Rock Canyon and Lanter Canyon suggests a long history of local identification within this arid environment.