2021 Map of Powell Mountain

Numerous named springs, including Stagecoach Spring, Lost Cabin Spring, and Willow Spring, illustrate the vital importance of water in this arid environment. The transition from the flat expanse of Alkali Valley to the deep cuts of Johnston Canyon and Cottonwood Canyon reveals the complex geology that shaped local land use, from military infrastructure to forest management. This survey provides a precise look at the backcountry pathways and remote landmarks that have remained significant to local ranchers and geologists into the twenty-first century.