2018 Map of Trident Peak

About this map

Trident Peak stands as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape where the border between Nevada and Oregon follows a survey line across the Trout Creek Mountains. The area is defined by sharp elevation changes and essential water sources, with names like Crow Creek Spring, Maggie Creek Spring, and Buster Springs marking the vital points for ranching and wildlife in an otherwise arid environment. Evidence of a rugged road network appears via Wilder Creek Rd, which tracks through the western canyons near Little Wilder Cr. The southern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the Bilk Creek Mountains, where Engeler Peak and Granite Mtn rise above the drainage of Bilk Cr. This 2018 survey provides a clear view of the complex topography used by those navigating the remote borderlands of Humboldt County and Harney County.