2011 Map of Alpha Mountain

About this map

Alpha Mountain and the distinctive landform of Haystack Butte define this arid landscape in Humboldt County, Nevada. This survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents a region shaped by high-desert terrain and seasonal drainage patterns, featuring a network of local roads and unimproved trails that traverse the basin floor and rise into the higher elevations. The map provides a detailed view of the natural topography before any significant modern development, preserving the remote character of the Great Basin through contour lines and drainage systems. Geographic researchers and desert explorers will find the precise mapping of these summits and the surrounding network of desert tracks essential for understanding the physical geography of this corner of Nevada.