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2017 Map of Quartz Valley

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Quartz Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

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Fremont National Forest defines the character of this high-elevation landscape, where an extensive network of specialized trails for snowmobiles and Nordic skiing crisscrosses the terrain. The central settlement of Quartz Valley sits at the base of several prominent peaks, including Quartz Mountain and N Butte. The area’s hydrological complexity is evident in a series of dispersed water bodies such as Lofton Reservoir, Holbrook Reservoir, and Butcher Flat Reservoir, which likely support the region's seasonal recreation and forestry operations.

Named flats like Grasshopper Flat and Little Butcher Flat suggest historical grazing or open areas within the timbered mountains. Navigation through the passes, including Quartz Mountain Pass, is facilitated by a robust system of forest development roads. Distinctive water features like Spatterdock Lake and Tule Pond indicate varying wetland environments, while the presence of locations like Creed Field points to localized openings in the forest canopy that have served as regional landmarks.