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2012 Map of Virgin Peak

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Virgin Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Virgin Peak and the high ridges of the Virgin Mountains dominate this 2012 survey, marking a stark landscape where water sources dictate the placement of human activity. The presence of Whitney Ranch and Jacobs Ranch illustrates the enduring cattle-ranching traditions in this arid portion of Clark County. These holdings are strategically positioned near vital water points such as Big Spring and Red Rock Spring, which historically supported livestock across the dry basins.

Transport through the area is defined by the Pakoon Springs Rd and Black Rock Mountain Rd, which navigate the steep transition through Whitney Pass. The topography ranges from the high elevation of Billy Goat Peak down into the broad expanse of Hungry Valley. This map provides a detailed view of the network of springs, including White Saddle Spring and Cedar Spring, that made travel and settlement possible in the Virgin Peak region.