2021 Map of Spencer Hot Springs

About this map

Spencer Hot Springs sits at the western edge of the Toquima Range, where the mountain slopes meet the floor of the Big Smoky Valley. This landscape is defined by its geothermal activity and the drainage patterns of high-altitude canyons, including Petes Canyon and Rutheford Canyon. The map reveals a network of high-desert access routes, such as Petes Summit Road and Lower Petes Canyon, which serve the eastern portion of the Toiyabe National Forest. These tracks and spurs, including the Conquest Mine Spur, reflect a history of mineral exploration and land management in a geography dominated by steep elevation changes. Petes Well provides a critical water point in an otherwise arid expanse, illustrating the vital role of specific springs and wells in sustaining activity within this portion of Lander County.