2023 Map of Beaver Peak

About this map

Tuscarora Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in northern Elko County, where the terrain is defined by a series of steep drainages and prominent summits. The 2023 survey identifies Beaver Peak as a primary landmark on the eastern ridge, overlooking the deeply incised Barber Canyon and Coyote Creek. This area of Nevada is characterized by complex hydrology, with systems like Boulder Creek and Bell Creek carving through the range, while the southwestern corner opens into the Little Boulder Basin. A notable cultural inclusion is the Shoshone label Davu'tsi Naokwaide in the northwest, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the Great Basin. The network of canyons including Toro Canyon and the presence of numerous small springs and ephemeral creeks suggest a landscape shaped by seasonal water movement and high-elevation grazing interests within the public land survey system.