2018 Map of The Cove

About this map

Humboldt National Forest and the rugged eastern slopes of the Snake Range define this high-desert borderland where Nevada meets Utah. The topography transitions sharply from the steep elevations of Red Ledge Canyon and Old Mans Canyon into the broad alluvial basin of The Cove. This transition is marked by vital water sources such as Red Spring, Caine Spring, and Pipe Spring, which likely supported early travel and ranching operations in this arid environment. The map details a network of primitive access routes, including Mormon Tea Road and Quarries Road, tracing the historical development of resource extraction and transit through the Snake Valley. Drainage patterns are dominated by Hampton Creek and the Hendrys Creek system, which feed into the valley from the mountain front, illustrating the seasonal hydrology of White Pine County.