Valley of Fire State Park preserves a stark desert landscape where wind-eroded sandstone formations meet the western reaches of Lake Mead. This 2012 survey details the intricate drainage networks that define the terrain, including Saint Thomas Wash and Valley of Fire Wash, which funnel toward the reservoir's complex shoreline. The presence of The Cabins and Elephant Rock highlights the recreational and landmark heritage of the area, while natural water sources like Rogers Spring, Blue Point Spring, and Getchel Spring mark critical points in an otherwise arid environment. Along the coast, prominent elevations such as Stewarts Point and Saint Thomas Point overlook Stewarts Bay and Salt Bay. The map also traces modern access via N Shore Rd and Bluff Rd, illustrating how infrastructure navigates the geological barriers of Overton Ridge and Baseline Mesa.
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1886 · Saint Thomas
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1893 · Saint Thomas
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1926 · Bonelli
USGS Topo · 1:96,000
1926 · Boulder Canyon
USGS Topo · 1:96,000
1953 · Muddy Peak
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Overton Beach
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1954 · Las Vegas
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1957 · Las Vegas
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Moapa
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Overton
USGS Topo · 1:62,500