2017 Map of Sunset Pass

About this map

The Golden Spike National Historic Site anchors the southeastern corner of this landscape, marking the historic convergence of American rail infrastructure. This high-altitude terrain is dominated by the North Promontory Mountains, which create a natural barrier traversed by the namesake Sunset Pass. The road network, including Sunset Pass Rd and 22800 W Rd, follows the contours of the high desert, connecting isolated water sources such as Hereford Spring and low points like Sand Hollow. To the west, the prominent Cedar Ridge overlooks a series of numbered section lines and rural routes like Golden Spike Drive, illustrating the systematic land division of the American West. The proximity of the E Auto Tour Route emphasizes the area's significance for travelers retracing the path of the transcontinental railroad through the basin and range province.