2018 Map of Alkali Lake

About this map

Alkali Lake dominates this Great Basin landscape, situated within the expansive Long Valley of Washoe County. This modern survey illustrates a remote corner of northern Nevada where water sources like Hills Warm Spring and Warm Springs were historically critical for travel and ranching. The terrain rises sharply to the east into the Painted Point Range, featuring distinct landmarks such as Big Point and the Little Basin. Primitive and secondary routes, including Ft Bidwell Rd and Smith Ranch Rd, trace the edges of the valley floor, connecting the scattered hydrographic features like Berrey Brook and Dry Lake. The map provides a precise look at the township and range grid system used for land management in this arid territory.