1982 Map of Stonehouse

About this map

Stonehouse and several isolated homesteads sit in the high desert corridor between the Schell Creek Range and the Antelope Range in the early 1980s. This drainage basin, dominated by Spring Valley Creek, relies on a network of water sources such as Twin Springs, Crystal Spring, and Mud Springs to support livestock and habitation. The presence of the Rosenlund Ranch, D Henriod Ranch, and Bews Ranch illustrates the scattered nature of ranching operations in this part of Humboldt National Forest. Land use is further evidenced by a Borrow Pit and a series of 4wd tracks that provide access through the complex topography of Stage Canyon and Garrett Canyon. The map reveals the specific infrastructure required for survival in the Great Basin, where named draws and gulches serve as vital markers for local navigation and land management.